Surgical Technologist (Stevens Point)

GI Associates•Stevens Point, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy Technician supports patients and physicians throughout endoscopy procedures. The role assists physicians during procedures; processes and reprocesses scopes and related equipment; manages specimens; supports the RN and/or CRNA with pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care; and helps maintain a clean, well-stocked, and organized environment while upholding safety and quality standards. This is a .80 FTE position (32 hours per week, Monday through Friday) at the Stevens Point location, with potential to work at the Wausau location as well.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
BLS certification.
Obtain GTS (GI Technical Specialist) certification through SGNA within three years of employment.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge and proficiency needed to practice safely and effectively in an ambulatory surgical setting.
Interpersonal, communication, and listening skills to interact effectively and courteously with patients, physicians, and staff.
Ability to maintain Endoscopy Center protocols while providing compassionate patient care.
Proficient computer skills working in an electronic medical record (EMR).
Professionalism and respect in communication and correspondence.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of health information.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and cope with rapidly changing patient-care needs.
Ability to document accurately and efficiently in an electronic medical record.
Ability to work as a team member and respond to peers' needs.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, or Surgical Technician degree.
GI technician experience or recent OR/ambulatory surgery experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the physician during procedures by selecting and preparing equipment, instruments, and supplies, organizing the environment, and communicating clearly with the physician.
Collect, prepare, label, document, and send specimens according to protocol, and track them to ensure receipt of the final report.
Care for, handle, store, and reprocess scopes and other endoscopy equipment, and turn over procedure rooms; notify the Endoscopy Center Director about equipment concerns.
Assist the RN and/or CRNA with pre-, intra-, and post-procedure patient care as directed, including patient transport, IV catheter removal, pre- and post-procedure bay turnover, equipment cleaning, and other related duties.
Accurately document care provided in the electronic medical record.
Restock and refill supplies in pre- and post-procedure bays, procedure rooms, and utility rooms.
Provide daily care and maintenance for scope reprocessing and endoscopy equipment.
Complete daily and weekly duty checklists to maintain infection control, quality, and safety standards.
Complete projects assigned by the Endoscopy Center Director.
Serve as a resource and role model to co-workers and peers.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current trends, procedures, and techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.