Endoscopy Unit Support Specialist

United Digestive; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

United Digestive in Athens‑Clarke County is seeking a PRN Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant to support GI lab procedures. The role includes patient care under RN supervision, equipment setup, specimen handling, and patient instruction.

The position requires completion of RN/LPN/CMA or equivalent education, strong communication, and willingness to perform data entry and minor procedures. Daily tasks include vitals, documentation, and maintaining infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families and professional staff.
• Willingness to expand skill set to include minor procedures and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of direct nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Sets up appropriate equipment for procedures and ensures necessary supplies are available.
• Assist physician with procedure; collects, prepares and labels specimens.
• Explain procedures and expected sensations to patient to minimize discomfort; provide support.
• Takes and records vital signs; locates BP cuff, pulse oximeter, ECG leads, nasal cannula and grounding pad.
• Documents on all forms/computer as required.
• Maintains infection control procedures per policy and supports safety and quality requirements.

Skills

Communication

Following directions

Data entry

Education

RN, LPN, CMA or equivalent

Job description

United Digestive in Athens‑Clarke County is seeking a PRN Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant to support GI lab procedures. The role includes patient care under RN supervision, equipment setup, specimen handling, and patient instruction.

The position requires completion of RN/LPN/CMA or equivalent education, strong communication, and willingness to perform data entry and minor procedures. Daily tasks include vitals, documentation, and maintaining infection control standards.