GI Technician (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

About The Position

The GI Technician maintains a clean, organized, and safe patient environment and performs a hybrid nursing-care role. The position assists with patient care activities, including taking vital signs and supporting assessments, and supports GI, dermatology, and oncology procedures. The GI Technician collaborates with the healthcare team and provides compassionate, empathic, family-centered care to patients and families. The role works under the supervision of an RN and follows hospital policies and procedures.

Requirements

Acquire a Certified Nursing Assistant or EMT license in the State of Florida within one year of hire and maintain it active and in good standing throughout employment.
Maintain active American Heart Association BLS certification in good standing throughout employment.
Be able to take on-call assignments for all GI emergent cases.
Have strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate in a team environment.
Strong time-management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and follow the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Leader.
Ability to apply evidence-based practice principles, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent preferred.
One to three years of GI experience highly preferred.
SGNA Certification or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) preferred.
Computer literacy and experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred.

Responsibilities

Support vital-sign measurement and assessments, and inform the RN of significant changes.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, nutrition, and comfort measures.
Review assignments and ensure rooms are set up; maintain clean patient rooms and nursing stations.
Follow clean-contamination procedures for high-level disinfection of critical GI, dermatology, and oncology equipment.
Support physicians with procedure setup, equipment, and room turnover.
Perform lactose tests according to policy and procedure, completing required assessments and documentation.
Coordinate maintenance and repair of critical equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and standards of care.
Order OR and GI supplies, including high-level disinfectant, clips, forceps, and scope equipment.
Be available for 24-hour on-call assignments for GI emergent cases.
Assist surgeons in controlling GI bleeds, including clipping and banding, in emergent and non-emergent cases.
Welcome patients, families, and visitors; provide encouragement and comfort; communicate NCHS services and deliver timely service and support.
Ensure specimens are transported to the lab or pathology as directed by the physician.
Assist with transporting patients for special procedures and complete patient transport during discharge.
Restock supplies such as gloves, gowns, linen, and medical equipment, and assist with room preparation and turnover.
Perform other assigned tasks that promote efficient practice operations and quality patient care, and anticipate patient needs.