GI Support Technician (H) - UHealth SoLé Mia

University of Miami•North Miami, FL

About The Position

The University of Miami UHealth at SoLé Mia opening September 2025 , will bring high-quality academic medicine to North Miami, Aventura, and surrounding communities. Our expert team of physicians and staff will represent a wide range of specialties, including NCI–designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the number one eye hospital in the nation. UHealth at SoLé Mia will also deliver the latest in urologic treatments from the renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute as well as top-notch care from UHealth’s nationally ranked neurology and neurosurgery programs. The University of Miami UHealth – Gastroenterology Satellites at SoLé Mia has an exciting opportunity for a GI Support Technician CORE JOB SUMMARY The GI Support Technician (H) performs duties related to the gastroenterological procedure process, in accordance with established policies and regulations, and anticipates the needs of patients, physicians, and department staff. Moreover, the incumbent prepares and maintains supplies, instruments, and equipment, and adheres to strict aseptic techniques and standard precautions. The GI Support Technician (H) also performs routine care and cleaning of endoscopy equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Maintains clean and safe environment by cleaning and defrosting refrigerators, removing dirty linens appropriately, cleaning and preparing patient carts, as well as cleaning and processing endoscopy instruments and equipment.
Maintains inventories and communicates needs to appropriate personnel.
Obtains and distributes supplies into assigned areas.
Maintains a neat and organized work area preventing cluttering of the hallways.
Ensures all equipment is kept in designated areas.
Demonstrates effective communication with other staff members, physician, patients, and visitors.
Demonstrating knowledge and skill in pre cleaning, leak testing, endoscope cleaning and disinfection and storage following established protocols.
Maintains quality controls within department.
Tears down procedure rooms at end of day and prepares room for next day cases, including restocking of supplies.
Transports patients utilizing safe technique.
Assists with equipment management by troubleshooting and following-up on all equipment issues.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.