Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) or G.I. Technician-Endoscopy

Position Summary

The ENDO/GI Technician plays an essential role in supporting high-quality, safe, and compassionate gastrointestinal care in a rural Vermont healthcare setting. This position requires a strong work ethic, self-motivation, attention to detail, and a commitment to teamwork. Working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the technician helps ensure endoscopy procedures run efficiently while maintaining a clean, organized, and patient-centered environment.

In a close-knit rural healthcare community, flexibility, dependability, and collaboration are especially important. The ideal candidate takes initiative, adapts to changing priorities, and contributes positively to a team dedicated to providing excellent care to every patient.

Key Responsibilities

• Teamwork and collaboration: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to support efficient, coordinated endoscopy procedures.

• Equipment preparation and care: Prepare procedure rooms, organize supplies, and handle endoscopic equipment according to established protocols.

• Infection prevention: Follow established cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and infection-control procedures within the technician's scope of practice.

• Patient-centered support: Help maintain a safe, reassuring, and respectful environment for patients before, during, and after procedures, as assigned.

• Hard work and reliability: Demonstrate consistent effort, punctuality, accountability, and a willingness to assist wherever needed.

• Self-motivation and initiative: Anticipate team needs, complete tasks independently when appropriate, and seek solutions without waiting for constant direction.

• Organization and efficiency: Maintain orderly workspaces, monitor supplies, and help keep the department prepared for daily procedures.

• Adaptability: Respond positively to changing schedules, varied workloads, and the unique demands of a rural healthcare environment.

What Makes This Role Important in Rural Vermont?

Rural healthcare teams depend on people who are willing to work together, take initiative, and go the extra mile. An effective ENDO/GI Technician understands that every task—from preparing equipment to maintaining procedure-room readiness—contributes to patient safety and the overall success of the department.

This role is ideal for someone who values meaningful work, strong professional relationships, and the opportunity to make a direct difference in a smaller community.

Desired Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A dependable, hardworking, and proactive approach to daily responsibilities.

• A collaborative attitude and the ability to communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• A commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and infection prevention.

• The ability to work independently while recognizing when to ask questions or seek assistance.

• Flexibility, professionalism, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• A genuine interest in supporting accessible, high-quality healthcare in rural Vermont.

Relevant endoscopy experience, knowledge of GI equipment reprocessing, and applicable clinical training or certifications are desirable, depending on the facility's requirements.

Overall Job Expectation

The ENDO/GI Technician is more than a technical support role; they are a valued member of the healthcare team. Success comes from combining technical competence with initiative, hard work, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellent patient care.

The ideal candidate is someone who shows up ready to work, takes pride in doing the job well, supports their teammates, and understands that in rural healthcare, every team member matters.

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.