GI Tech - Part Time

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley•Livermore, CA

About The Position

The Gastrointestinal Technician works under the supervision of an RN and performs a variety of duties for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures, including direct patient care. The role is located at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley and follows a rotating 8-hour schedule. The technician prepares procedure tables, instruments, and supplies; follows aseptic techniques; assists and supports patients; and assists physicians during procedures. The role also includes accurate specimen handling and documentation, cleaning and restocking equipment and rooms, attending meetings, and serving on hospital-wide taskforces as assigned. Employees are expected to follow the hospital’s C-I-CARE standards and provide patient-centered care.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Healthcare experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Good communication skills and ability to read, write, and understand English.
Ability to work as a valued team member.
Problem identification and resolution skills.
Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Organization and strong attention to detail.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with patients, staff members, and physicians.
Knowledge of current practice and compliance requirements within the job role and specialty.
Understanding of age-related patient needs.
Strong computer skills.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Graduation from a medical assistant, nursing assistant, or surgical technologist program.
Previous healthcare experience in surgery or a gastrointestinal/endoscopic lab.
AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) certification.

Responsibilities

Set up procedure tables, instruments, scopes, and supplies for specific procedures.
Follow aseptic techniques when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures; discard contaminated supplies according to written procedures.
Assist patients before and during procedures, including helping with hospital clothing and positioning and providing emotional support as needed.
Assist physicians during procedures by passing instruments and medical devices and adjusting lighting as needed.
Accurately record, label, and handle specimens, including biopsies, cultures, and frozen sections.
Clean equipment, instruments, carts, and rooms according to written processes and procedures; restock and reset rooms for the next procedure.
Restock rooms as required.
Attend staff and hospital-wide meetings and serve on hospital-wide taskforces as assigned.
Interact courteously and professionally with physicians, peers, other departmental personnel, volunteers, and external service providers.
Perform duties in accordance with the hospital’s C-I-CARE standards.