GI Tech II

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee, WI seeks an Endoscopy Technician to assist with patient care under the supervision of RNs and physicians during intraprocedural activities. You will help with specimen handling, room prep, and equipment setup per physician specifications.

You will perform high-level disinfection, calibrate and maintain endoscopy equipment, document images and charges, and support staff training and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years Endoscopy Tech experience.
• BLS certification within 6 months.
• GTS certification within 6 months.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under RN/physician supervision during endoscopic procedures.
• Assist in safety initiatives and prepare procedure rooms and instruments.
• Perform high-level disinfection and reprocessing of endoscopes per standards.
• Calibrate, test, and maintain equipment; document repairs.
• Document procedures, images, charges in information systems.
• Maintain unit inventory and clerical duties.
• Assist patient positioning and transport; lift and push/pull as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and train staff on procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians and leadership on staff education and competency.
• Provide age-appropriate patient care per department standards.

Skills

Endoscopy experience

BLS certification

GI Tech Specialist (GTS)

MS Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification

Job description

• Assists with patient care activities and related services under the supervision/delegation of the registered nurse and/or physician including but not limited to intraprocedural support. Assists physicians with accurate retrieval of specimens, specimen preservation, labeling and transportation of specimens to lab.
• Assists in initiating and/or collaborating with the team for all safety initiatives such as timeout process, traceability of equipment used, and reporting of safety events. Organizes and prepares procedure rooms and equipment according to each physician's specification, checking and assembling proper instruments and equipment needed.
• Performs high level disinfection and reprocessing of equipment/scopes in a safe and effective manner based on established standards. Acts as a resource for employees regarding the standards of high-level disinfection and endoscope reprocessing. This includes supporting training, developing, performing competencies, and providing direction for daily operations.
• Cleans, calibrates, operates and performs preventative maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies and guidelines. Reports and documents equipment repairs.
• Documents procedures, images, videos and patient charges utilizing the endoscope and ultrasound information systems.
• Assists in maintaining inventory for unit by informing unit when supplies are needed, stocking supplies, and receiving ordered supplies. Performs various clerical duties including answering of phones, filing, data entry, scheduling and compilation of patient records.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques.
• Serves as a resource for troubleshooting procedural equipment during all phases of the procedure. Acts as a preceptor and/or resource to staff for all procedures. Assists to train others in all steps of manual and automated flexible endoscope reprocessing per standards and guidelines.
• Collaborates with the physicians and unit leadership in ongoing assessments and development of staff education and competencies. Supports assessment and training of new equipment and procedures, in collaboration with the physicians and unit leadership.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Major Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care activities and related services under the supervision/delegation of the registered nurse and/or physician including but not limited to intraprocedural support. Assists physicians with accurate retrieval of specimens, specimen preservation, labeling and transportation of specimens to lab.
• Assists in initiating and/or collaborating with the team for all safety initiatives such as timeout process, traceability of equipment used, and reporting of safety events. Organizes and prepares procedure rooms and equipment according to each physician's specification, checking and assembling proper instruments and equipment needed.
• Performs high level disinfection and reprocessing of equipment/scopes in a safe and effective manner based on established standards. Acts as a resource for employees regarding the standards of high-level disinfection and endoscope reprocessing. This includes supporting training, developing, performing competencies, and providing direction for daily operations.
• Cleans, calibrates, operates and performs preventative maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies and guidelines. Reports and documents equipment repairs.
• Documents procedures, images, videos and patient charges utilizing the endoscope and ultrasound information systems.
• Assists in maintaining inventory for unit by informing unit when supplies are needed, stocking supplies, and receiving ordered supplies. Performs various clerical duties including answering of phones, filing, data entry, scheduling and compilation of patient records.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques.
• Serves as a resource for troubleshooting procedural equipment during all phases of the procedure. Acts as a preceptor and/or resource to staff for all procedures. Assists to train others in all steps of manual and automated flexible endoscope reprocessing per standards and guidelines.
• Collaborates with the physicians and unit leadership in ongoing assessments and development of staff education and competencies. Supports assessment and training of new equipment and procedures, in collaboration with the physicians and unit leadership.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Requirements

• High school education completed (HSD, HSED, GED)
• 2 years of Endoscopy Tech experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
• GI Technical Specialist (GTS) advanced certification issued by SGNA by completing the SGNA Associates Program needs to be obtained within 6 months.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills in the use of the Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) or similar products.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organization skills.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must be able to:
• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must wear lead aprons with the weight resting on shoulders.
• Must have speech, hearing, & sight for communication during procedures in which incumbents are working side-by-side and must have touch and fine motor skill coordination.
• Must be able to function in a very limited space as procedure rooms are small and work will be in close proximity to the other health care members and physician they are assisting.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids; therefore, protective clothing including gloves, gown, and masks with eye shields, laser glasses, foot, and hair covers just be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.