How to Apply

A resume must be attached with your application in order to be considered.  Applications received without an attached resume will not be considered.

Summary

The endoscope processing Technician will evaluate, troubleshoot, disassemble, assemble, and/or inspect endoscopes and TEE probes to assure proper function under direction of the department leadership. She/he will complete and maintain accurate service records both electronically and manually, while ensuring that safe work practices are employed by observing guidelines established or enforced. She/he will proactively participate in the quality systems, quality improvement, and -5S- programs as directed by the department while maintaining confidentiality of documents and processes. The incumbent will accomplish these objectives while maintaining a clean, well-organized work environment. She/he will be expected to maintain acceptable standards for attendance and punctuality, and as a condition of employment, work overtime as needed.  Job requires constant standing, twisting, pushing, and lifting.

Job Purpose: Processing, care, and handling of endoscopes, TEE Probes and accessory equipment following infection control, national standards/guidelines, and UMHS policies.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Leak test, clean and high level disinfect endoscopes, TEE probes, endocavitary probes and other related items
• Clean, high level disinfects accessory equipment
• Manual clean endoscopes
• Stock supplies for the dept. and order as needed
• Transporting of scopes for repair
• QC of detergents, chemicals, agents, and/or equipment
• Operation of Automated Endoscope Reprocessors, Ultrasound machines, leak testers, automated HLD equipment
• Role model employee code of conduct
• Ability to meet functional/physical job requirements.

Required Qualifications*

• HS diploma/GED required 
• Reprocessing competency demonstration before hire or proof of completion of a scope reprocessing course and certificate of completion. 
• Endoscopy certification to be obtained within one year of hire
• Must not be in any form of corrective action status per contract

Desired Qualifications*

• 2+ years processing endoscopy equipment/instrumentation
• Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER)

Work Schedule

Shift: Monday through Friday 10:00am to 6:30pm

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of five calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the sixth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.