GI Technician - Atrium Health Union Endoscopy PRN
About The Position
Assists physicians with Endoscopic procedures. Performs personal care for the comfort and well-being of the patient; including but not limited to assisting patients with bedpan and/or with ambulating to the restroom, transfers to bed, wheelchair and/or stretcher, turning and positioning patients. Escorts patients as needed. Sets up rooms for procedures including setting up computer with patient's name and procedure, making occupied and unoccupied beds. Assists with room/unit inventory, ordering and distribution of supplies. Cleans endoscopes either by sterilization or high-level disinfection. Assists with oxygen therapy by maintenance of oxygen therapy, safety measures and care of oxygen equipment. Performs vital signs and documents in the medical record (pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- BLS required per policy guidelines.
- Successful completion of the SGNA GI Associates Program required within 6 months of employment.
- Must maintain 6 educational contact hours annually in the GI field of study.
- Must speak and understand English in good understandable terms.
- Must have manual and finger dexterity.
- Physical abilities testing required.
Nice To Haves
- Surgical or GI Technology training preferred and/or NA I or NA II with Department of Facility Services preferred.
- Computer skills preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists physicians with Endoscopic procedures.
- Performs personal care for the comfort and well-being of the patient
- Escorts patients as needed.
- Sets up rooms for procedures
- Assists with room/unit inventory, ordering and distribution of supplies.
- Cleans endoscopes either by sterilization or high-level disinfection.
- Assists with oxygen therapy
- Performs vital signs and documents in the medical record
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
