Gastroenterology Technician

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Work Shift

Please see job description for details.

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC014170 Gastroenterology

Summary

Full Time, 7:00am-5:30pm, Four Days a Week (Night and Weekend Call Required)

Salary

Most new hires start between $16.30-$20.30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

Performs technical, clerical and direct patient care activities as directed by an RN/MD. Provides care in preparation and assisting with GI procedures/tests; decontaminates and reprocesses equipment and instrumentation; maintains supply levels and stocks areas; maintains GI scopes and systems. Works under the direction and supervision of the Gastroenterology RN.

Required Education

No education requirements

Recommended Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Required Work Experience

2 years of relevant experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experience

Recommended Work Experience

Required Certifications

Recommended Certifications

Description

1. Assists in preparation of patients for GI procedures/tests, i.e. VS, weights, etc. and assists with GI procedures/test as directed by RN/MD.
2. Ensures that supplies, equipment and instrumentation are available and set-up for procedures.
3. Processes patient specimens; collects breath hydrogen samples.
4. Decontaminates, cleans, and reprocesses equipment.
5. Stocks patient care and reprocessing areas, maintaining adequate supply levels and

maintaining neat and orderly direct care and support areas.

1. Provides clerical support for GI Lab/procedures. (i.e., Answers phone clearly, identifying self and unit, acts as courier as needed, completing tasks promptly and completely).
2. Completes special assignments within designated time frames.
3. Assists with patient charge process as directed and prepares patient charts for Medical Records within 24 hours of discharge.
4. Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment which is in compliance with infection control, safety, OSHA, and other regulatory processes.
5. Ensures that patient supplies and equipment are organized, clean, and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.