The GI Technician assists the interventional endoscopist during procedures and ensures the endoscopy suite is prepared and maintained. Responsibilities include anticipating physician needs, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and maintaining patient safety.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of acute care experience, including nine months in a GI endoscopy unit. AHA BLS certification is required, and specific knowledge of interventional GI endoscopy procedures is essential.
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology.
Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care.
Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization.
As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position.
Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).
Pay Range: $24.50 - $31.85 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Position Overview SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) Performs the role of GI endoscopy technician on all interventional endoscopy, as well as on all general endoscopy cases.
Assists the interventional endoscopist in all procedures and provides high quality assistance in the endoscopy suite.
Assists with the preparation of endoscopy procedures, anticipate physician needs during endoscopy procedures, and assists with the clean-up of the endoscopy suite.
Assists in the cleaning and sterilization of the endoscopes.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: HS diploma or equivalent.
Experience
One year acute care experience with minimum nine months experience working in acute care GI endoscopy unit.
Other
Credentials: AHA BLS. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period
Knowledge and
Skills: Ability to deal with multiple tasks in a rapidly changing environment. Possesses advanced knowledge of aspects of interventional GI endoscopy procedures including ERCP, EUS, enteral stenting, and endoscopic mucosal resection, and ablation of Barretts esophagus. Proficiency in handling specific equipment and accessories used in interventional GI endoscopy procedures.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Prescription Drug Coverage
Disability Benefits
Dental Plan
Medical Plan
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Commuter Transit
Commuter Parking
Paid Time-Off Program
Basic Group Term Life Insurance
Proficiency in improving room turnover time
Special
Training:6 months training in interventional endoscopy. On the job training with related healthcare experience specifically in interventional GI endoscopy.
Mental,
Behavioral and
Emotional
Abilities:
Usual
Work
Day: Reporting Relationships Does this position formally supervise employees? No If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists physician and RN with endoscopic procedures as directed by the interventional endoscopist or circulating RN, where appropriate. Assists the circulating nurse with implementing a plan of care to include positioning, confirmation of procedure, care of specimens, and room turnover. Anticipates the need of the interventional endoscopist, using knowledge of endoscopic procedures, which includes passing instruments and other items appropriate to the procedure. Assists the interventional endoscopist in operating accessory devices and instruments under the direct supervision of the endoscopist. Establishes and maintains an organized field. Ensures procedure room is kept neat and clean throughout patient procedure. Maintains log books for Cidex solutions, scope tracking and scope usage. Demonstrates appropriate set up of equipment. Handles equipment with care and realizes value of equipment. Accepts responsibility for keeping equipment properly functioning. Performs basic trouble-shooting for equipment and instruments when not functioning properly. Properly identifies patient prior to transport following established Capital Health guidelines. Transports Endoscopy patient safely to the Endo Suite, providing patient comfort and privacy at all times. Keeps siderails up at all times for patient safety, endures brakes are engaged when not transporting. Assists patients to and from bathroom in Endo suite as needed. Adheres to the policies and procedures in "clean" techniques in the endoscopy unit, and aseptic techniques where appropriate and takes corrective action when any unsafe practice, condition, or break in standard clean technique is observed and reports information to the nurse manager. Maintains endoscopic equipment, including cleaning and high-level disinfection where appropriate. Understands and follows safety standards of hazardous materials. Mixes Cidex solution using gloves, goggles and fluid barrier gown. Assures fans and ventilating system is functioning. Follows MSDS guidelines for splash or spills. Maintains biohazard labels on tubs of Cidex. Functions independently in setting up procedure room and equipment for all interventional endoscopy cases according to physician preference and patient procedure. Obtains supplies and equipment and determines them to be in good working order before a case begins. Performs basic trouble-shooting for equipment and instruments when not functioning properly. Restocks assigned endoscopy room with designated supplies. Completes all assigned tasks in an organized and thorough manner. Transports specimens as directed. Disposes of trash and linen, exercising universal precautions. Responds appropriately to patient/physician complaints. Maintains effective working rapport with co-workers, physicians, patients, family and other hospital employees.
Continuous physical demands include: Standing Lifting Floor to Waist 30 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 30 lbs.
Sensory
Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Moderate
Hearing
Anticipated
Occupational
Exposure
Risks
Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease ,
Radiation
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Plan Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy Dental Plan Vision Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA Retirement Savings and Investment Plan Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD) Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD) Employee Assistance Program Commuter Transit Commuter Parking Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child Voluntary Legal Services Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance Paid Time-Off Program The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria. Welcome to Capital Health's new career opportunity page. Here you will have access to view and apply to career opportunities in our hospital and physician practice locations. Equal Opportunity Employer Notice Capital Health Benefits
