Endoscopy Technician (Ambulatory Surgery Center) - Umphysicians

Why M Physicians

The Endoscopy Technician is an integral part of the GI team within the Endoscopy department who under the guidance and direction of the nursing team accomplishes a variety of delegated nursing assistive tasks such as equipment and supply set-up, assisting with collection of specimens, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment and scopes, exam room prep and clean-up including the documentation of cleaning and disinfection processes. They will complete direct patient care duties to ensure optimal patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

Endoscopy Technicians will monitor patients in local procedures and assist Registered Nurses in the admitting process by obtaining and documenting vital signs and admission information in electronic health record. Completes direct patient care duties to ensure optimal patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience during the admission and discharge process. Assists patients with nutrition, ambulation, clothing, and toileting before and after procedures. 

Ranked #2 in the state of Minnesota, our Ambulatory Surgery Center serves as a catalyst for the expansion of our extraordinary patient care and innovative research. Patient needs and the principles of access, innovation and cost-effective care have been incorporated at every level. Our Ambulatory Surgery Center strives for a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment where employees are able to find career growth as well as work-life balance.

What you will do as an Endoscopy Technician:

• Completes tasks as delegate by RN with defined role functions and competencies.
• Assist with the implementation of the established plan of care, as delegated, and assist the physician and nurse before, during and after the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, handling of devices used during procedures including forceps, snares, tomes, baskets and balloons under the guidance of the procedure physician.
• Reprocesses and maintains equipment according to standards of infection prevention. policies/procedures and manufacturers’ instructions.
• Provides and maintains a healthy and safe environment for the patient and staff by complying with regulatory agency requirements and standards set forth by professional organization and institutional policies
• Maintains knowledge of current practice issues related to the field of gastroenterology. Participates in performance improvement activities as directed, collaborates with the care team to ensure quality and continuity of care.

What you will need:

• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
• One+ year of clinical experience in an accredited hospital or surgical center
• Ability to perform routine duties accurately with minimal supervision. Prompt and dependable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech, or Endoscopy Tech or Instrument Tech Program
• Specialized training/education in gastroenterology. CNA
• Specialized training or education in gastroenterology
• Procedural Endoscopy experience. Operating Room experience
• Knowledge of endoscopy and/or operating room equipment and maintenance.

Location:909 Fulton St. SE,Minneapolis, MN 55455

Hours: 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday within the hours of 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Benefits:This is a fully benefit eligible position: Competitive wages, Healthcare (including vision & dental), 401K, parking & tuition assistance and more!

University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.