GI Assistant

GI Assistant

Position Summary :

Performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Team Highlights :

Patients can anticipate exceptional and compassionate care at Kootenai Clinic Gastroenterology and Endoscopy. Our clinic's commitment to excellence is reflected in the state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology, and a patient-centric approach that ensures personalized care tailored to individual needs. Whether addressing digestive disorders, performing endoscopic procedures, or collaborating with patients on lifestyle management, our GI clinic strives to deliver the highest quality of healthcare, fostering a trusting and supportive environment for those seeking gastrointestinal wellness.

Responsibilities :

• Assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs but does not start or administer intravenous fluids
• Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed
• Documents patient interactions as needed
• Performs a variety of tasks
• Works under general supervision
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications :

Working Conditions

About Kootenai Health :

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you :

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.