Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and in suburban communities. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care and hospice, and operates a research institute, innovation center and philanthropic foundation.

• Escorts patients on foot or transports patients on carts or wheelchairs to and from procedures
• Procures and stocks equipment and supplies and insures that equipment is clean and operable
• Observes patients physical condition and communicates any changes or pertinent information related to her patients’ health to the RN
• Ability to set-up, clean and process scopes and other equipment for all GI scheduled procedures
• Assist RN and MD as specified prior to, during, and post procedure with equipment and patient care needs
• Takes and records patient’s vital signs per nursing protocol or physicians order
• Notes and carries out physicians' and nurses' orders providing needed assistance in performing endoscopic procedures
• Collects and labels specimens appropriately
• Conducts POC testing
• Gathers equipment for cleaning and sterilization
• Attends to the cleaning, sterilization and maintenance of endoscopes and related equipment
• Maintains work area in a neat orderly manner
• Assists in the monitoring of the patient through the procedure
• Provides age and culturally appropriate care
• Orients and mentors new staff members
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a patient care setting preferred
• Previous experience as an endoscopy tech preferred

• Endoscopy certified preferred
• Previous GI experience preferred

• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills

• Current Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.