Lead GI Laboratory Technician

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Lead GI Laboratory Technician to join our team!

We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

DH GI LAB PAV L

Job Summary

Under the general management & supervision of the GI Lab Supervisor. The Lead technician performs and supports activities in the GI Lab in reference to scheduled and unscheduled procedural case management and provides direction and guidance, to include all Ancillary and Ambulatory departments. The lead technician participates as a team member by performing all GI Lab medical technician duties. Assures all inpatient and outpatient endoscopes are available for daily cases. The Lead technician helps to develop technicians to ensure appropriate high-level disinfection, procedural preparation, and tool utilization.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains endoscope fleet and tracks repairs (30%)

• Ensures that all supplies are ordered and stocked in all procedure rooms (30%)

• Builds technicians schedules and daily assignments (15%)

• Orients and mentors new staff (15%)

• Orders and stocks patient nutrition (10%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years experience in a GI Lab procedural setting required.

• 1-3 years experience with high-level disinfection of endoscopes required.

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.

One of the following preferred:

• CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - AAMA - American Association of Medical Assistants,

-OR-

• LPN-Licensed Practical Nurse - LPC State Licensing Board,

-OR-

• EMT - CO - State of Colorado,

-OR-

• CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.

• Knowledge of and the ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, physicians and the public

• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures

• Ability to communicate clearly

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$24.01 - $32.41 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.