GI Procedure Technician – Irving Park Endoscopy

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient‑first approach sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits to take care of our employees.

The Procedure Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. This clinically competent Procedure Tech provides support service under the supervision of nurses, physicians and other health care professionals related to the daily operations of the department in delivering skilled and effective care to patients undergoing endoscopy procedures.

The role includes direct and indirect patient care in an ambulatory care setting, facilitating patient flow, set‑up of exam/procedure rooms, timely room turnover, cleaning and disinfecting endoscope equipment, and ordering and restocking supplies.

• Cares for the patient throughout the treatment/procedure according to department and hospital standards of nursing care, age‑specific sensitivities, and "patients' first" guidelines.
• Provides systems support by preparing procedure rooms for patients prior to their arrival.
• Assists in preparing patients for exam/procedure.
• Participates in lifting and escorting patients throughout the department before and after the procedure.
• Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain steady level of productivity.
• Assists in the discharge of patients as needed.
• Assists the physician and nurse during procedures as necessary with collecting specimens.
• Prepares all necessary paperwork and information so treatment/procedure may be performed.
• Assists in clarification of patient demographic information.
• Verifies patient information for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitors schedule to ensure effective patient flow throughout the diagnostic areas.
• Identifies and obtains paperwork required to start exam.
• Handles and maintains department equipment and supplies to ensure effective operational flow.
• Cleans and disinfects endoscopic equipment according to protocol.
• Cleans and disinfects/sterilizes accessories used throughout the department.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor(s).
• Recognizes and reports problems to appropriate supervisor(s).
• Monitors stock of supplies in procedure/recovery rooms to assure regular availability by timely reordering, rotation of dated items, and maintenance of a clean and orderly environment.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities regarding endoscopes.
• Demonstrates knowledge/awareness of Infection Control’s role in a hospital setting.
• AA/EOE.

• Able to use necessary departmental/hospital software applications.
• Uses designated equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently.
• Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
• Restocks linen in recovery room, changing rooms, cleans and changes linen on patient carts and disposes of soiled linen when needed.
• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the department.
• Organizes and prioritizes assigned work, and schedules time to accommodate work demands, turnaround‑time and commitments.
• Applies comfort measures and safety measures (side rails, call lights).
• Provides clerical/technical support as needed and as assigned by Manager.
• May be responsible for defined administrative/clerical duties to ensure patient throughput and report turnaround.

• Assists the physician during endoscopy procedures.
• Follows directions of nurse to assist in performing exam/procedure on patients.
• May be required to provide on‑call coverage for endoscopy procedures and respond to be on duty within 30 or 60 minutes, depending on your…