Gastroenterology Tech — Essential GI Suite Support

SCA Health; Laguna Woods (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

SCA Health in Laguna Woods, CA seeks a Gastroenterology Technologist (GI Tech) to provide patient-centered care in the GI suite. You will assist procedure teams, prepare rooms, maintain sterile technique, and support endoscope handling under RN supervision.

Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS/BCLS certification; prior GI Tech or OR tech experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS/BCLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Assists other members of the procedure team with gowning, gloving, applying eye protection to perform patient procedures
• Assists with the preparation of the procedure room for procedures
• Assists with care, preparation, maintenance and after-care of supplies and equipment
• Knows and practices the principles and procedures of aseptic and sterile technique as applicable
• Handles specimens in accordance with facility policy and procedures
• Knows how to pre-clean, disinfect, process and safely store endoscopes according to best practice guidelines, facility policy and under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
• Cleans and/or disinfects instruments and equipment after use and returns it to the proper area for processing and storage
• Participates in procedure validation and TIME OUT processes with the rest of the procedure team
• Demonstrates ability to understand and use sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, other designated processors
• Demonstrates understanding of procedure room technical equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, policy and procedures
• Assists with stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies
• Checks updated schedule every morning and prepares rooms, supplies, and equipment, as assigned and directed by Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

SCA Health in Laguna Woods, CA seeks a Gastroenterology Technologist (GI Tech) to provide patient-centered care in the GI suite. You will assist procedure teams, prepare rooms, maintain sterile technique, and support endoscope handling under RN supervision.

Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS/BCLS certification; prior GI Tech or OR tech experience is preferred.