GASTROENEROLOGY GI Tech - BWFH

Summary The GI technician performs a variety of duties in the GI Unit related to maintaining a safe, efficient and supportive environment for patients undergoing procedures in the Gastroenterology Unit with a focus on the Patient Family Centered Care model in an environment that exemplifies best practice. He/she will assist nurses and physicians in the care of these patients. The GI technician will procure and maintain equipment and supplies in collaboration with the Clinical Leader as well as perform secretarial duties as needed. Responsibilities Maintains a clean, safe and organized environment for the cleaning and disinfection of scopes Cleans and disinfects endoscopes using established guidelines Greets patient and families in a professional manner Maintains and organizes supplies/ordering as needed Stocks and sets up rooms for the next day Assists nursing staff to provide support to ensure efficient and confidential flow of information Communicates patient information to licensed nurse in a timely manner Enters accurate demographic information into computer in procedure rooms Answers telephone and screens calls in a courteous manner; relays accurate messages to appropriate personnel Files and retrieves patient records, collates charts and delivers mail to mailroom Assists nurses and physicians to facilitate efficient room turnover Escorts patients to changing rooms; assists patient with gowning and locking of valuables if necessary; assists patients with redressing when appropriate to discharge Assists the nurse with transfer of patients to procedure rooms from the waiting room and from the procedure room to the recovery area Grade: 135 Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Experience 1 year prior experience as nursing assistant or medical technician preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards Basic clerical skills such as organizing paperwork, filing, answering telephones, paging Restocking patient rooms Ordering/organizing stock Cleaning designated equipment Providing safe and accurate transport for patients/supplies/specimens Shift & Schedule Day Shift, Full‑time 40 hours 7a‑5:30p or 8a‑6:30p. No weekend, no nights, and no call. Equal Opportunity Employer Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital