ENDOSCOPY TECHNICIAN (Full Time, Day Shift)

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Shift: Monday - Friday, Day Shift hours. When working at the hospital-hours will be 700-1530, when working at Fairview location-hours will be 630-1500. No call, no weekends, no holidays at this time.

Department: Endoscopy Center

Salary Range: $16.68 - 26.31 

ABOUT THE JOB 

MU Health Care is seeking an Endoscopy Technician to be responsible for the care, handling, and processing of endoscopy scopes and procedural equipment. The Endoscopy Technician will accurately maintain all required logs and documentation, provide support to physicians and other clinical staff to ensure efficient work-flow and high quality patient-care. Come be a pivotal part of our team, where you'll be a resource for both old and new staff alike and play a critical role in maintaining our reputation for excellence. Dive into a dynamic work environment that values collaboration, growth, and commitment to quality patient care!    

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE    

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals — including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital — and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.  

As an MU Health Care employee, you’ll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career. 

Learn more about MU Health Care.                Learn more about living in Columbia, MO.  

 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one  

• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays  

• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years 

• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)  

• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more 

See a comprehensive list of benefits here .  

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION 

• Maintain endoscopic instruments and accessories in working order.
• Troubleshoot and recognize malfunctions with equipment.
• Anticipate the needs of the endoscopist and endoscopy team.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient care environment.
• Implement and follow infection control procedures according to the hospital policy and SGNA guidelines, while following departmental policy and manufacturer guidelines for cleaning and disinfection of equipment.  
• Facilitate room turnover for efficient delivery of care. 
• Assist with bedside cleaning of the scopes.
• Clean rooms after completion of procedures and set up room for next procedure.  
• Maintain appropriate levels of supplies in each endoscopy room and scope room.
• Assist with managing inventory under the direction of the nursing supervisor/manager. 
• Perform duties in a cost-effective manner, to avoid waste of hospital resources.  
• Assist with transferring and positioning of patients as needed. 
• Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with hospital accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards. 
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing situations within the patient care setting.
• Basic knowledge of medical procedures, digestive tract and respiratory disease processes.
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction.
• Strong detail orientation. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be obtained is required.
• Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor GI Scope Certification (CFER) by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within two (2) years as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Clinical experience as Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician, or similar position.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.