GI Technician

Position Summary

Our GI Tech has the unique opportunity to contribute to a harmonious work environment by providing a balance of hands-on patient care while supporting our Team at GI Associates. The GI Technician is responsible for assisting in the collection of data for an objective assessment by the RN to identify the patient’s needs, problems, concerns or human responses. This position maintains responsibility for the scopes, and disinfecting instrumentation, pathology log, and collating post procedure information.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up equipment pre-procedure
• Helps with post procedure process for patients under the supervision of RN
• Knowledgeable of proper handling of equipment and materials (scopes, light sources, and ancillary equipment)
• Transports used equipment post-procedure to the reprocessing room
• Cleans equipment in conjunction with the OSHA guidelines
• Maintains appropriate records/logs for the high-level disinfecting process of endoscopic equipment
• Maintains adequate supply of chemicals and equipment for equipment reprocessing
• Aids in room turn around/setup/cleaning of procedure rooms to optimize room efficiency
• Aids in maintaining room stock/supplies
• Assists in transporting patients as directed
• Promotes an environment that is patient and employee friendly
• Maintains high level of confidentiality pertaining to the patients right to privacy
• Works collaboratively with GIA members to optimize patient care and be influential in maintaining a healthy team environment
• Eager and willing to learn and grow in the knowledge of GI Anatomy and Physiology, Disease
• Completes all medical documentation efficiently in a timely manner
• Recognizes and responds to emergency care needs as per policy
• Maintains a safe work environment

Minimum Requirements

• Practice-based learning and improvement, empathy, and clinical judgement
• High School Diploma
• Must have BLS Certification (or ability to obtain once hired)
• Willingness and ability to travel to other GI Associates locations as needed to support operational needs

Desired Qualifications

• Healthcare experience (1 Year)
• Previous sterile processing experience a plus
• Athletic Trainers are encouraged to apply