GI Technician

SUMMARY

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of RNs, GI techs, and CNAs, working seamlessly with anesthesia and GI services to deliver exceptional care. You'll play a vital role in ensuring top‑tier care for both inpatient and outpatient populations. Assisting with advanced GI procedures such as EGD, colonoscopies, ERCP, EUS, manometry, Fibro Scan, PillCam, Bravo, and HALO. Additionally, you'll provide pre‑operative and post‑operative recovery care, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and comfort. Rotating through all areas of GI will offer you a diverse and stimulating work environment. Our department boasts advanced certifications in GI specialties, providing opportunities for you to expand your skills and knowledge. With an in‑house educator, you�ll have access to tailored education and in‑services to enhance your career development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible to the Nursing Director and under the direction of RN/Charge Nurse and Physician, will assist in delivery of direct care to the patient experiencing elective or emergent endoscopic procedural intervention. Primary functions are to assist with endoscopic procedures in the appropriate healthcare setting and proper care, operation, reprocessing, and maintenance of endoscopic equipment and supplies.

EXPERIENCE

GI Tech, 1-2 years, or position related experience preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Knowledge of infection prevention guidelines, endoscopic instrumentation, and high-level disinfection reprocessing preferred.

OTHER

Basic computer skills.

LICENSE/CERT

Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association). Preferred: CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant)

EDUCATION

Required: High School or Equivalent. #J-18808-Ljbffr NKC Health