GI Technician (Registry 8 hrs)

GI Technician (Registry 8 Hrs)

Job Category: Nursing Requisition Number: GITEC003670

Part-Time On-site Rate: $24 USD per hour Chicago, IL 60622, USA

Description

Is accountable to and perform duties under the direct, onsite supervision of the RN when providing delegated patient care. The GI technician contributes to optimal patient outcomes by providing delegated patient care after demonstrating competency. Communicates with patients and families, and strives to maintain a steady level of productivity. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and Hospital policies procedures and standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum of 1 years of GI Lab experience 8 hr shifts varied start times 7am-9am

• Assists in data collection to identify the patient's needs, problems, concerns or human responses, i.e. Vital signs.
• Assisting, under the direction of the GI Registered Nurse, in the implementation of the established plan of care.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to charge nurse, co-workers and physicians, identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family, and manages and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Consults other departments as needed and as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.
• Assisting the physician and GI Registered Nurse before, during and after diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Providing and maintaining a safe environment for the patient and staff by complying with regulatory agency requirements and standards set forth by professional organizations and employers.
• Complies with ethical, professional and legal standards inherent in patient care and professional conduct, e.g., patient's bill of rights.
• Participates in quality management activities as directed, understands practice issues and continues to stay educated in the field of gastroenterology.
• Collaborates with the gastroenterology team and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Follows regulatory bodies and the SGNA on the proper method to clean, disinfect and store endoscopes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of GI Lab experience
• High School/GED required
• CPR

Benefits: Humboldt Park Health offers competitive benefits that vary based on your position, job status and scheduled hours/FTE

Education

Required High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required BLS - Basic Life Supt

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