Gi tech i

• Assists with patient care activities and related services under the supervision/delegation of the registered nurse and/or physician including but not limited to intraprocedural support
• Assists physicians with accurate retrieval of specimens, specimen preservation, labeling and transportation of specimens to lab
• Assists in initiating and/or collaborating with the team for all safety initiatives such as timeout process, traceability of equipment used, and reporting of safety events
• Organizes and prepares procedure rooms and equipment according to each physician's specification, checking and assembling proper instruments and equipment needed
• Performs high level disinfection and reprocessing of equipment/scopes in a safe and effective manner based on established standards
• Cleans, calibrates, operates and performs preventative maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies and guidelines
• Reports and documents equipment repairs
• Documents procedures, images, videos and patient charges utilizing the endoscope and ultrasound information systems
• Assists in maintaining inventory for unit by informing unit when supplies are needed, stocking supplies, and receiving ordered supplies
• Performs various clerical duties which includes answering of phones, filing, data entry, scheduling and compilation of patient records
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

• High School Graduate
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in a nursing assistant, medical assistant or similar patient care position
• GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification issued by SGNA by completing the SGNA Associates Program needs to be obtained within 6 months
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
• Must wear lead aprons with the weight resting on shoulders
• Must have speech, hearing, & sight for communication during procedures in which incumbents are working side-by-side and must have touch and fine motor skill coordination
• Must be able to function in a very limited space as procedure rooms are small and work will be in close proximity to the other health care members and physician they are assisting
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids
• therefore, protective clothing including gloves, gown, and masks with eye shields, laser glasses, foot, and hair covers just be worn as necessary
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Willing to consider CNA's with Hospital experience

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance