GI Tech - Part Time

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley•Livermore, CA

1d•$33 - $41

About The Position

The Gastrointestinal Technician works under the supervision of an RN and performs a variety of duties and direct patient care for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. The role includes preparing procedure rooms and supplies, assisting patients and physicians during procedures, handling specimens, and cleaning and restocking equipment and rooms. The technician is expected to follow established procedures and aseptic techniques, interact professionally with patients and colleagues, and uphold Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley’s C-I-CARE standards for patient-centered interactions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Healthcare experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Good communication skills and the ability to read, write, and understand English.
Ability to work as a valued team member.
Problem identification and resolution skills.
Outstanding customer service skills and strong interpersonal communication 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 tables, instruments, and supplies for specific procedures, ensuring the correct instruments, scopes, and supplies are ready.
Use 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, positioning, and 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 for the next procedure.
Restock procedure 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 and patient-centered care principles.