GI Tech

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Bereavement leave

FMLA

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Gastrointestinal Technician (GI Tech) for Providence Medical Center-Kansas City, KS. Full-time, days, 8-hour shifts from 7:30am to 4:00pm.

Responsibilities include assisting with endoscopic procedures, equipment setup, patient monitoring, and post-procedure instructions. Requirements: high school diploma or GED, AS in surgical technology preferred, 6 months medical office or specialty clinic experience, and BCLS on hire.

Qualifications

• Gastroenterology experience or Endoscopy Technician background preferred.
• 6 months of medical office or specialty clinic experience required.
• Basic life support (BCLS) certification on hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing patients for endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopies and endoscopies.
• Set up and maintain endoscopic equipment; ensure sterilization and functionality.
• Monitor patient vital signs during procedures and communicate changes to the team.
• Ensure infection control in procedure rooms and instrument sterilization.
• Provide clear post-procedure care instructions and follow-up guidance.
• Coordinate with GI staff to maintain smooth procedure flow and high patient care standards.

Skills

GI knowledge

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

AS in surgical technology

Job description

Overview

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 8-hour shifts - 7:30am to 4:00pm

Location: Providence Medical Center-Kansas City, KS

We are seeking a Gastrointestinal Technician (GI Tech), sometimes referred to as a GI Technician or Endoscopy Technician. The GI Tech or Endoscopy Tech support endoscopic procedures and patient care in gastroenterology departments. GI Tech’s will assist physicians during procedures like colonoscopies and endoscopies.

Responsibilities

If you have experience in the Gastroenterology field or as a Endoscopy Technician you are encouraged to apply!

**To be considered for this position, you must have 6 months of medical experience in a medical office or specialty clinic, gastro experience preferred**

• Assist in preparing patients for endoscopic procedures, such as colonoscopies and endoscopies

• Set up, assist and maintain endoscopic equipment (endoscope, light source, video processor, insufflation system, ect.), ensure all tools are sterilized and functional

• Monitor and record patient vital signs throughout the endoscopic procedure, promptly notifying the medical team of any significant changes

• Ensure sterilization and cleanliness of instruments and procedure rooms following infection control protocols

• Provide patients with clear post-procedure care instructions, include activity restrictions, medication guidelines, signs of complications to watch for, and details about necessary follow-up appointments

• Work closely with fellow GI Technicians and other staff to coordinate tasks, support efficient GI procedure flow, and uphold a consistent, high standard of patient care throughout the endoscopy department

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.

• Associate of Science in surgical technology or related field is preferred.

• Previous experience working in the gastroenterology field is preferred.

• BCLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf