Surgical Services - GI/Endo Tech

Role: Endoscopy Tech / GI Tech Shift: 4X10; 07:00-17:30 Call expectations: 24 hr call once per week as well as one weekend every 6 weeks is a requirement of this position. Contract Length: 13 weeks Role Summary: The GI Technician assists the RN and Physician by being an expert with the technical components, supplies and equipment involved in Endoscopy procedures. In addition to assisting the provider throughout the diagnostic and therapeutic procedure, the GI Tech sets up and turns around the room pre and post procedure. The GI Tech assists with Endoscopy procedures in the ICU and Operating Room as needed and is responsible for transporting appropriate equipment to set up in these other locations. The GI Tech is also responsible for pre-cleaning and decontamination of the endoscope. Locations include an ambulatory surgery center at the South Waterfront campus and inpatient unit on Marquam Hill. Must have prior endoscopy experience. Experience with therapeutic procedures (EUS, ERCP, DBE) preferred, but not required. Must be able to ride the aerial tram between locations. BLS required. Overnight and weekend call may be required depending on experience. Required Education: Completion of a surgical tech program at a community college Or Experience below Experience Required: One year of experience, within the last five years, of clinical or hospital based GI procedure unit or a surgical procedure room setting including assembling supplies and instruments; preparing room for procedures; and participating as a member of the procedural team (Preferred - One year experience as GI Tech or scrub tech) Registrations/Certification/Licenses REQUIRED: BLS Certs Preferred: SGNA GI Assistant Certification