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Endoscopy Technician, GI - Days

Mercyhealth · Rockford, IL · $19.40–$28.13 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you helped control costs on supplies or equipment.

What they are checking: Whether they think about cost as part of the job and work with Materials to manage it.

Tell me about a time you followed a quality or safety standard even when it slowed things down.

What they are checking: Whether they put patient safety ahead of speed.

What would you do

A scope breaks mid-procedure. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, swap equipment and report the problem through the right channels.

How do you keep supplies stocked based on the schedule and physician preferences?

What they are checking: Whether they plan ahead so procedures are not delayed by missing supplies.

You're asked to evaluate a new device. How would you judge whether it's worth adopting?

What they are checking: Whether they consider safety, physician needs and cost before recommending a change.

How do you handle a physician who is frustrated with an equipment problem during a case?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and solve the problem without taking it personally.

About the work

Walk me through how you assist a physician during a colonoscopy with polyp removal.

What they are checking: Whether they know the steps, tools and timing needed to support a GI procedure.

What's different about assisting with an ERCP or other interventional GI case?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle more complex devices and support the team during advanced procedures.

How do you check a scope before a procedure, and what would make you pull it from use?

What they are checking: Whether they inspect equipment carefully, since a faulty scope can harm patients.

How do you take care of tissue specimens collected during a procedure?

What they are checking: Whether they label and handle specimens correctly so results go to the right patient.

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The full job description

As published by Mercyhealth.

OVERVIEW The nurse helps manage and maintain Endoscopy equipment and supplies, including ordering , restocking, and checking equipment for problems. They assist doctors during GI procedures, work with other departments to control costs and solve equipment issues , and follow quality and safety standards . SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week SHIFT: Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Serves as resource person for Endoscopy equipment used. • Evaluates new equipment, orders and restocks supplies. • Does periodic check of schedule for specific supplies, requests by physicians/Lead RN. • Works with Materials to stay within contact to control costs. • Independently assists physician procedures in general GI and interventional GI cases. • Communicates with appropriate departments concerning equipment problems. • Participates in Quality Management program, standards, policies and procedures. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Education or equivalent preferred CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE • Active on CNA registry or Active LPN license in state of practice preferred. • Approved CPR certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP) SKILLS AND ABILITIES May include color blind test (per department guidelines) SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. LEVEL OF SUPERVISION N/A SUPERVISES N/A PAY RANGE: $19.40 - $28.13 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical, Dental, Vision • Life & Disability Insurance • FSA/HSA Options • Generous, accruing paid time off • Paid Parental and caregiver leave • Career advancement and educational opportunities • Tuition and certification reimbursement • Certification Reimbursement • Well-being Programs • Employee Discounts • On-Demand Pay • Financial Education • Annual recognition/awards events • Partner appreciation days • Family entertainment/attractions discount • Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: • #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

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