GI Assistant - Part Time Days

Thedacare • Appleton, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The GI Assistant supports the care delivered by physicians during endoscopy procedures. Is responsible for high-level disinfection of endoscopes and maintains the highest level of competency while following professional and regulatory requirements in the processing of endoscopes. The Endoscopy unit works in collaboration with doctors to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract. Responsibilities include educating patients about their disease or condition and providing treatment for GI tract problems, ulcers, dyspepsia, carcinoma, dysphagia and bariatric intervention. Administering and evaluating pharmacological and other therapeutic treatment regimens mandated by the particular situation, evidence-based practice, and recent advancements in gastroenterology. Nurses and GI technicians assist physicians in a wide variety of surgical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in an OR/ procedural room setting. Providing pre, intra, and post procedure care to the patients, families, significant others, and/or caregivers.

Requirements

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nice To Haves

• Valid State of Wisconsin CNA Certification preferred.
• One year of hospital experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists providers during endoscopy procedures.
• Retrieves specimens/biopsies under the instruction of the physician.
• Performs high level disinfection of endoscopes in compliance with SGNA and regulatory requirements.
• Takes vital signs, removes IVs, and provides other patient care support as delegated to by the registered nurse.

Benefits

• health coaches
• relaxation rooms
• health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple)
• mental health support
• minimal or zero copays
• team member cost sharing premiums
• daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed