GI Technician - PRN

Job Summary:

Under general direction from the Director of Nursing Services, the GI Tech is responsible for the proper cleaning and high-level disinfection and maintenance of all video endoscopes and other accessories used in the GI Endoscopy suites. Must maintain current knowledge and adherence to CDC’s Infection, Prevention and Control guidelines when handling blood and body fluids as well as OPIM (other potentially infectious materials). Is responsible for delegated patient care duties by assisting the physician and staff nurse during procedures as well as other duties/assignments expected within this role (see details below). Must maintain current BLS certification. Is responsible for daily preventative maintenance, monitoring and record keeping for equipment that has been sterilized and/or high-level disinfected.  Is responsible for contributing to this facility’s Core Values.

Reports to: Director, Nursing Services

Hourly Range: $19.00-$31.89 per hour (posted hourly range excludes overtime and bonuses which are not guaranteed)

Essential Job Functions:

• Follows manufacturer instructions and Center policy & procedures for manual cleaning, decontamination, sterilizing and/or high-level disinfection of all GI equipment and accessories as needed for facility approved procedures. 
• Must be able to demonstrate proper manual cleaning, decontamination, high level disinfection and storage of all GI scopes and accessories in accordance with nationally selected guidelines of the facility.
• Selects appropriate cycle and sterilizes instruments in autoclave per sterilizer, instrument, and container instructions. 
• Ensures proper packaging and storage of sterilized instruments/equipment during terminal processing.
• Must be able to operate the Ultrasonic unit in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Correctly sets up GI suite and ensures that all equipment is functional prior to procedure.
• Assists the physician in simple non-sedated procedures such as sigmoidoscopy.
• Assist the physician with assigned GI procedures (ie, EGD, Colonoscopy, etc.), these will be performed under the direct supervision of the attending GI endoscopist:
• Apply abdominal pressure (ie, manipulate the abdominal wall of a patient, commonly called splinting, to facilitate advancement of the video endoscope through the intestine).
• Ensures that the patient has been properly grounded, and that all electro-cautery equipment is functional prior to use.
• Ability to utilize biopsy forceps for the removal of specimens and ensures proper labeling of the same.
• Checks to make sure that all irrigation fluid is properly labeled.
• Maintains basic knowledge of trouble-shooting endoscopic equipment as needed during a procedure.
• Must be able to enter patient-related data into the endoscopic databases and the center’s electronic health record (as applicable).
• Maintain involvement with medical supply inventory, monitors par levels, restocks needed items and checks expiration dates.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all approved facility policies/procedures.
• Assists in all rescues and/or resuscitative efforts as deemed necessary by attending physician, anesthesia provider, and/or Director.
• Ensures that all equipment and supplies are available as needed for procedures.
• Properly disposes of wastes following procedures.
• Works well within a team environment.
• Recognizes and utilizes safety precautions.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned. 
• Is supportive of administrative decisions. This includes conducting duties in accordance with all policies and regulations affecting one’s job and reporting all concerns or violations of the center’s policies, local and governmental regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Adheres to Center’s policies and procedures.
• Wears identification while on duty.
• Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion.
• Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.
• Attends staff meetings and if unable to attend, reads and initials meeting minutes and other
  • documents applicable.
• Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement
  • (CQI) activities.
• Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the Center, as well as the focus statement of
  • the department.
• Seeks educational opportunities and accepts responsibilities for own professional growth and development.
• Must maintain patient right to privacy by not discussing privileged information outside the work area or within hearing range of visitors, family or patient.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High school education or equivalent.

Certification, Licensure: Current certification in BLS.

Experience, Training, Knowledge:

• Demonstrates strong comprehension of asepsis and sterile technique.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with physicians and all medical professionals.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Physical demands may vary by location.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the associate is required to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time. 
• Able to use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Able to see and functionally differentiate colors, words, and numbers.
• Hearing must be normal, with or without correction.
• Able to operate a computer and use a keyboard.
• Able to use the telephone to place and receive calls and use fax to send or receive documents.
• Must be able to lift and/or move, push or pull 35 pounds or more. 

Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  The work environment may vary by location.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Associates work in combination of pre/post-op and surgical rooms.
• Well lighted and well-ventilated rooms
• Associates may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to work a minimum of eight hours per day and longer according to case/staffing requirements.
• Ability to work when needed and be available to work variable hours and shifts (day, afternoon, evening, weekends, holidays)
• Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced work environment.
• Reliable, readily available transportation needed at all times to get to work assignments.

Animas Surgical Hospital offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to: health, dental, vision, & life insurance. 401k with employer matching

Animas Surgical Hospital is a drug free workplace and performs a pre-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.

Salary : $19 - $32