Bronchoscopy Technician (Respiratory Therapist/RT) in Denver, Colorado at National Jewish Health

National Jewish Health is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Bronchoscopy Technician (Respiratory Therapist/RT) to join the Minimally Invasive Diagnostic Center (MIDC) team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized pulmonary specialists, supporting advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that help identify, evaluate and treat complex respiratory conditions. In this highly specialized role, you will play a direct part in delivering innovative care in one of the nation's premier respiratory centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists physicians during bronchoscopy, laryngoscopy and endoscopy procedures
• Prepares procedure rooms, equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient patient care
• Cleans, maintains and manages specialized procedural equipment, including bronchoscopes and related instruments
• Handles and prepares specimens according to established quality and safety standards
• Supports seamless clinical operations through inventory management and procedural coordination

National Jewish Health is the nation’s leading respiratory hospital, recognized for excellence in patient care, research and education. The Bronchoscopy Technician plays a vital role in the MIDC, supporting cutting-edge procedures that help patients receive accurate diagnoses and advanced treatment options. This role offers the opportunity to build expertise in interventional pulmonary medicine while working with a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and exceptional patient outcomes.

Position Summary
Responsible for assisting with bronchoscopy and endoscopy (as needed) procedures including procedure room preparation. Cleans, maintains, and secures bronchoscopes and GI scopes (as needed). Performs complex calibrations and calculation of data and evaluates accuracy, reliability, and reproducable of results to meet or exceed all national standards.

Essential Duties

1. Assists physicians with bronchoscope and laryngoscope procedures.
2. Prepares bronchoscopy and endoscopy procedure rooms. Cleans instruments, handles, and prepares tissue, lavage, and fluid specimens to applicable standards.
3. Maintains knowledge and use of appropriate computer systems within the department and hospital.
4. Stock supplies and equipment to ensure uninterrupted service, as necessary.

Competencies

1. Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
2. Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
3. Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
4. Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignment.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None

Travel
None

Core Values

1. Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
2. Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
3. Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
4. Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
5. Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
6. Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
7. Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
8. Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: Associate's or Bachelors Degree in science-related field required.
2. Work Experience: 2 years of recent and related experience preferred.
3. Special Training, Certification or Licensure: National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), or within 1 year of hire any one of the following: Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT), Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT). CRTs and RRTs are required to have a current state of Colorado License to practice respiratory care as defined by DORA. BLS required. ACLS/PALS required within 90 days of hire.

Salary Range: $30.29 - $40.06

Benefits
At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.