GI Tech

Department :

70161 AMC Burlington - Gastroenterology : ASC

Status : Part time

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Hou rs Per Week : 20

Schedule Details / Additional Information :

Monday thru Friday with variable days and start times dependent on procedural schedule.

Schedule is 2 days one week and 3 days the second week.

Will work at all 3 sites : Burlington and Lakeland hospital and Southern Lakes Surgery Center.

On call requirements every 8th weekend and one weekday.

Major Responsibilities :

• Assists with patient care activities and related services under the supervision / delegation of the registered nurse and / or physician including but not limited to intraprocedural support. Assists physicians with accurate retrieval of specimens, specimen preservation, labeling and transportation of specimens to lab.
• Assists in initiating and / or collaborating with the team for all safety initiatives such as timeout process, traceability of equipment used, and reporting of safety events. Organizes and prepares procedure rooms and equipment according to each physician's specification, checking and assembling proper instruments and equipment needed.
• Performs high level disinfection and reprocessing of equipment / scopes in a safe and effective manner based on established standards.
• Cleans, calibrates, operates and performs preventative maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies and guidelines. Reports and documents equipment repairs.
• Documents procedures, images, videos and patient charges utilizing the endoscope and ultrasound information systems.
• Assists in maintaining inventory for unit by informing unit when supplies are needed, stocking supplies, and receiving ordered supplies. Performs various clerical duties which includes answering of phones, filing, data entry, scheduling and compilation of patient records.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing / pulling, while utilizing proper techniques.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :

Education Required :

Experience Required :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Pay Range

$20.40 - $30.60

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