Gastroenterology Technician

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana. CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report. Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Full time Department: CC014170 Gastroenterology Summary: Full Time, 7:00am-5:30pm, Four Days a Week (Night and Weekend Call Required) Salary: Most new hires start between $16.30-$20.30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional Information: Performs technical, clerical and direct patient care activities as directed by an RN/MD. Provides care in preparation and assisting with GI procedures/tests; decontaminates and reprocesses equipment and instrumentation; maintains supply levels and stocks areas; maintains GI scopes and systems. Works under the direction and supervision of the Gastroenterology RN. Required Education: No education requirements Recommended Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent Required Work Experience: 2 years of relevant experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experience Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Description 1. Assists in preparation of patients for GI procedures/tests, i.e. VS, weights, etc. and assists with GI procedures/test as directed by RN/MD. 2. Ensures that supplies, equipment and instrumentation are available and set-up for procedures. 3. Processes patient specimens; collects breath hydrogen samples. 4. Decontaminates, cleans, and reprocesses equipment. 5. Stocks patient care and reprocessing areas, maintaining adequate supply levels and maintaining neat and orderly direct care and support areas. 6. Provides clerical support for GI Lab/procedures. (i.e., Answers phone clearly, identifying self and unit, acts as courier as needed, completing tasks promptly and completely). 7. Completes special assignments within designated time frames. 8. Assists with patient charge process as directed and prepares patient charts for Medical Records within 24 hours of discharge. 9. Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment which is in compliance with infection control, safety, OSHA, and other regulatory processes. 10. Ensures that patient supplies and equipment are organized, clean, and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care. 11. Performs other duties as assigned. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

Salary : $16 - $20