Gi Tech - BEH GI Lab - Part-Time

About the role

Under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the GI Technician assists physicians or other providers with procedures performed in the gastroenterology endoscopy setting. Outpatients and inpatients who present with a wide range of illnesses and complaints are cared for in this endoscopy setting. Some duties may be performed independently with intermittent supervision by the registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Participates in educating the patient about the procedure being performed, including preparation, rationale, and expectations. Demonstrates understanding of the plan of care. Adapts patient instruction to patient needs. Consults with the provider or RN as needed.
• Assists RN with the transport of sedated patients to the recovery area. May escort patients to specific locations for discharge.
• Communicates accurate patient observations, interventions, and outcomes of care to the RN.
• Informs the RN of the equipment, accessories, supplies, and implants used during procedures including quantity, size, and equipment settings to be documented in the medical record.
• Participates in specimen collection and handling. Correctly labels specimens according to hospital policy.
• Demonstrates proper handling and use of various types and sizes of video endoscopes.
• Understands theory and safety when using cautery modalities.
• Properly pre-cleans/disinfects endoscopic equipment and accessories prior to scope washing.
• Demonstrates correct processing and cleaning of dirty scopes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year clinical setting experience.
• BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward.

Qualifications

• Nursing Assistant Certified by the State of Tennessee preferred, nursing student completing or near completion of Fundamentals of Nursing, EMT, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant. (Note: A licensed practical nurse may apply and work in the position but must function within the guidelines and skills outlined for the Patient Care Technician.)
• One (1) year experience assisting in GI or pulmonary medical procedures preferred.

Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chattanooga, TN