GI Tech Specialist 1 (Acute) - Endoscopy - FT - Day

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health is seeking a GI Technical Specialist to assist physicians and RNs during GI procedures. You will prepare endoscopic suites, maintain endoscopes, and ensure strict cleaning and reprocessing standards are followed to protect patients and staff.

The role requires completion of GI Associates program and related certifications, plus BLS within 90 days. You will work in a fast-paced setting, requiring on-call availability and teamwork with the GI team.

Qualifications

• Completion of GI Associates program with certificate within 90 days of hire date.
• Completion of Surgical Tech, CNA, MA, EMT or PCT certification program, or current nursing student in 1st semester.
• Certified Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician and GI RN during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Set up and organize endoscopic suites; prepare rooms and endoscopes for patient use.
• Perform cleaning, high level disinfection and scope reprocessing per policy.
• Troubleshoot processor tower and GI software; resolve equipment issues quickly, including in emergent situations.
• Participate in room turnover, pathology, specimen collection and logging as directed.
• Adhere to on-call staffing and respond within 30 minutes for on-call cases.

Skills

Endoscopy procedures

Sterile technique

Equipment troubleshooting

Patient positioning

Education

GI Associates program with certificate

Surgical Tech

CNA/MA/EMT/PCT certification program

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Endoscopy equipment

Reprocessing machines

GI software

Fluoroscopy guidance

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)Hours per week:40Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewResponsibilities of the GI Technical Specialist (Acute) include assisting the physician, and/or RN during procedures. Possesses knowledge of endoscopic equipment and procedures performed. Assures endoscopic equipment in good working order. Able to perform all necessary elements of cleaning, high level disinfection and scope reprocessing per department policy and procedures. The GI Technician is responsible for setting up and organizing endoscopic suites. Will prepare the rooms and endoscopes for patient use. Participates with room turnover, pathology, specimen collection and logging, and documentation as directed.Education QualificationsComplete GI Associates program with proof of certificate within 90 days of hire date. RequiredCompletion of Surgical Tech, Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or Patient Care Technician certification program. Required orCurrent nursing student completed 1st semester RequiredLicenses and CertificationsCertified Nurse Aide - KDADS Completion of Surgical Tech program, CNA, MA, EMT or Nursing student completed 1st semester. Required orCertified Medical Assistant - AAMA Completion of Surgical Tech program, CNA, MA, EMT or Nursing student completed 1st semester. Required orEmergency Medical Technician - KBEMS Completion of Surgical Tech program, CNA, MA, EMT or Nursing student completed 1st semester. Required orPatient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Completion of Surgical Tech program, CNA, MA, EMT or Nursing student completed 1st semester. RequiredBasic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.What you will doCompletes tasks as delegated by RN or physician within defined role functions and documented competency, and assists the physician and GI RN before, during and after diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with required tasks such as (biopsy, polypectomy, abdominal pressure, banding, dilation, ultrasound, specimen collection, etc.)Completes organizational and department specific learning modules/training as assigned or required specific to own job role, including quality assurance and improvement activities, reprocessing, HLD and maintenance of equipment according to infection control policies and manufacturer’s instructions.Technically competent to trouble shoot the processor tower, and associated machines (i.e. lithotripsy, spyglass, EUS, APC, etc.), GI software program issues and automated endoscopic reprocessing machines and follows appropriate steps to get issues resolved as quickly as possible, especially in emergent situations.Adheres to staffing and scheduling practices which includes requirement to take call, and live/or be able to respond to the hospital within 30 min. of notification for all on-call cases.Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, able to work under pressure during emergency procedures (bleeds, food bolus, foreign body), and able to perform job duties outside of the home unit in potentially uncomfortable or emergent situations such as ER, ICU, OR.Possess the ability to perform advanced procedures with GI provider, acting as their assist. Must possess knowledge of needle advancement, placement, ability to view objects under fluoroscopy guidance, in addition to extensive training and competency in the following procedures (scheduled or on-call): • ERCP (multiple different techniques for different providers) • EGD with Bravo capsule placement • Endoscopic Ultrasound • Rectal Ultrasound • Endoscopic Mucosal ResectionProvides and maintains a healthy, safe environment for the patient and staff by complying with regulatory agency requirements and standards set forth by professional organizations and institutional policies.Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility for own actions, follows appropriate reporting structures, utilizes effective communication methods and skills, and formulates positive working relationships with all health care customers.Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the use of supplies and equipment.Maintains knowledge of current practice issues related to the field of gastroenterology.Demonstrates self-directed learning to meet own professional development, and participates in performance improvement activities, and regularly attends staff meetingsRequired for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget Responsibility No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 HoursCrouching: Occasionally 1-3 HoursEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling: Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling: Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing: Frequently 3-5 HoursKneeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursLifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbsOperate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbsPushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbsReaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 40 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 40 lbsRepetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 HoursSitting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding: Continuously greater than 5 hoursStooping: Occasionally 1-3 HoursTalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking: Continuously greater than 5 hoursWorking ConditionsChemical: Frequently 3-5 HoursCombative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 HoursInfectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 HoursMechanical: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNeedle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hourNoise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Occasionally 1-3 HoursRadiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Continuously greater than 5 hoursWet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.