GI Technician - PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $19.00 - $31.89 per hour

Job Summary :

Under general direction from the Director of Nursing Services, the GI Tech is responsible for the proper cleaning and high-level disinfection and maintenance of all video endoscopes and other accessories used in the GI Endoscopy suites. Must maintain current knowledge and adherence to CDCs Infection, Prevention and Control guidelines when handling blood and body fluids as well as OPIM (other potentially infectious materials). Is responsible for delegated patient care duties by assisting the physician and staff nurse during procedures as well as other duties / assignments expected within this role (see details below). Must maintain current BLS certification. Is responsible for daily preventative maintenance, monitoring and record keeping for equipment that has been sterilized and / or high-level disinfected. Is responsible for contributing to this facilitys Core Values.

Reports to : Director, Nursing Services

Hourly Range : $19.00-$31.89 per hour (posted hourly range excludes overtime and bonuses which are not guaranteed)

Essential Job Functions :

• Follows manufacturer instructions and Center policy & procedures for manual cleaning, decontamination, sterilizing and / or high-level disinfection of all GI equipment and accessories as needed for facility approved procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate proper manual cleaning, decontamination, high level disinfection and storage of all GI scopes and accessories in accordance with nationally selected guidelines of the facility.
• Selects appropriate cycle and sterilizes instruments in autoclave per sterilizer, instrument, and container instructions.
• Ensures proper packaging and storage of sterilized instruments / equipment during terminal processing.
• Must be able to operate the Ultrasonic unit in accordance with manufacturers guidelines.
• Correctly sets up GI suite and ensures that all equipment is functional prior to procedure.
• Assists the physician in simple non-sedated procedures such as sigmoidoscopy.
• Assist the physician with assigned GI procedures (ie, EGD, Colonoscopy, etc.), these will be performed under the direct supervision of the attending GI endoscopist :
• Apply abdominal pressure (ie, manipulate the abdominal wall of a patient, commonly called splinting, to facilitate advancement of the video endoscope through the intestine).
• Ensures that the patient has been properly grounded, and that all electro-cautery equipment is functional prior to use.
• Ability to utilize biopsy forceps for the removal of specimens and ensures proper labeling of the same.
• Checks to make sure that all irrigation fluid is properly labeled.
• Maintains basic knowledge of trouble-shooting endoscopic equipment as needed during a procedure.
• Must be able to enter patient-related data into the endoscopic databases and the centers electronic health record (as applicable).
• Maintain involvement with medical supply inventory, monitors par levels, restocks needed items and checks expiration dates.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all approved facility policies / procedures.
• Assists in all rescues and / or resuscitative efforts as deemed necessary by attending physician, anesthesia provider, and / or Director.
• Ensures that all equipment and supplies are available as needed for procedures.
• Properly disposes of wastes following procedures.
• Works well within a team environment.
• Recognizes and utilizes safety precautions.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
• Is supportive of administrative decisions. This includes conducting duties in accordance with all policies and regulations affecting ones job and reporting all concerns or violations of the centers policies, local and governmental regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements :

documents applicable.

(CQI) activities.

the department.

Minimum Requirements :

Education : High school education or equivalent.

Certification, Licensure : Current certification in BLS.

Experience, Training, Knowledge :

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Physical demands may vary by location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions / Environmental Exposures :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment may vary by location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Animas Surgical Hospital offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to : health, dental, vision, & life insurance. 401k with employer matching

Animas Surgical Hospital is a drug free workplace and performs a pre-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.