GI (Endoscopy) Tech - CNA

Advocate Health • Kohler, WI

4d • $21 - $31

About The Position

The GI (Endoscopy) Tech - CNA supports patient care activities and related services under the supervision or delegation of a registered nurse and/or physician, including intraprocedural support. The role assists physicians with specimen retrieval, preservation, labeling, and transport to the laboratory; prepares procedure rooms and equipment; and supports safety initiatives and accurate documentation. The position also performs high-level disinfection and reprocessing of scopes and equipment, and cleans, calibrates, operates, and maintains equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and infection-control guidelines.

The technician documents procedures, images, videos, and patient charges in endoscope and ultrasound information systems. Additional duties include maintaining unit supplies and inventory, performing clerical tasks, and positioning and transporting patients. The role requires providing age-appropriate care and working in small procedure rooms alongside other healthcare team members.

This is a full-time position of 36 hours per week, scheduled Monday through Friday between 0600 and 1700, with on-call duties outside scheduled hours. On-call coverage is typically 3 to 4 nights per month and every ninth weekend. When called, the employee must be able to arrive onsite ready to work within 30 minutes.

Requirements

• High school graduation.
• Typically, one year of experience in a nursing assistant, medical assistant, or similar patient-care position.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Obtain GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification issued by SGNA through completion of the SGNA Associates Program within six months.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association within six months, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting up to 50 pounds from floor to waist and 20 pounds overhead; carrying up to 40 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person present.
• Ability to wear lead aprons and required protective clothing, and to use speech, hearing, sight, touch, and fine motor coordination for procedural work.
• Ability to function in confined procedure rooms and operate equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities and related services under the supervision or delegation of a registered nurse and/or physician, including intraprocedural support.
• Assist physicians with accurate retrieval, preservation, labeling, and transportation of specimens to the laboratory.
• Support safety initiatives, including the timeout process, equipment traceability, and reporting safety events.
• Organize and prepare procedure rooms and equipment according to physician specifications; check and assemble required instruments and equipment.
• Perform high-level disinfection and reprocessing of equipment and scopes according to established standards.
• Clean, calibrate, operate, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and infection-control policies and guidelines; report and document repairs.
• Document procedures, images, videos, and patient charges using endoscope and ultrasound information systems.
• Help maintain unit inventory by notifying the unit when supplies are needed, stocking supplies, and receiving orders.
• Perform clerical duties, including answering phones, filing, data entry, scheduling, and compiling patient records.
• Position and transport patients, including duties requiring lifting and pushing or pulling, using proper techniques.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' age-specific needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, where applicable.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED