Lead Endoscopy Tech

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation’s top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. The staff includes full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by residents, interns, fellows, and other medical professionals. Recognized for excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Endoscopy Services at Barnes-Jewish Hospital is among the best in the nation, caring for 16,000 patients each year using the latest techniques and technology. The department includes a state-of-the-art outpatient Endoscopy and Biliary center, a dedicated inpatient Endoscopy lab, and inpatient/outpatient Interventional Pulmonology suites. Recognized by The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) for quality programs, the team is passionate about advancing patient care.

About the Role

The Lead Endoscopy Technician supports endoscopy technicians, ensures procedure rooms, equipment, and reprocessing meet safety and regulatory standards, assists with procedures, coordinates daily workflow, trains staff, and maintains efficient, high-quality endoscopy services.

Role Purpose

The Lead Endoscopy Technician is responsible for the setup of procedural rooms and collaborates with the RN to assist physicians during procedures. Endoscopy Technicians handle reprocessing, high-level disinfection, and documentation of endoscopes and accessories in accordance with manufacturer and regulatory guidelines. The role includes managing inventory, ordering specialty supplies, and arranging repairs for endoscopes and equipment. Under RN direction, the technician assists with patient care in pre-op and recovery. The Lead also completes the tech schedule on a 6-week basis, leads monthly huddles, conducts new hire orientation, and manages endoscope processing equipment maintenance and repairs with biomed and/or vendors.

Responsibilities

• Prepares endoscopy suites for procedures, including setup of endoscopes, accessories, and procedural supplies.
• Verifies that all equipment is working properly.
• Under the direction of a physician and RN, assists with procedures, including handling supplies for tissue collection, hemostasis, and therapeutic interventions.
• Assists in specimen collection according to hospital policy.
• Completes pre-cleaning, reprocessing, and ensures proper storage of endoscopes and accessories in accordance with manufacturer and regulatory guidelines.
• Advocates for patient safety in pre-procedure, procedural, and recovery settings.
• Assists in stocking procedure and reprocessing rooms.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-5 years of experience.
• Certification in the field preferred.
• Detail-oriented, able to prioritize tasks, and works well in a team environment.
• Advocates for patient safety.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition Assistance available on the first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

Schedule

Full Time, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.