GI Technician

Cleveland Clinic; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital for a role as a GI Technician. You will work under licensed staff to assist in patient care, instrument processing, and equipment handling in a fast-paced gastroenterology setting.

The position runs days, 8:00AM – 4:00PM, requiring a High School Diploma or GED, Medical Assistant certification or hospital experience, and BLS/BCLS certification. Prior gastroenterology exposure is preferred. Ohio hospital environment experience is valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certification or 1 year hospital experience with medical terminology and computers.
• BLS or BCLS certification per AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessment and identification of patient needs and obtain vital signs, notifying RNs of findings.
• Perform rounds on patients in the prep/observation area to meet patient needs and aid in care.
• Assist physicians and/or nurses during procedures and tests within scope of competency.
• Maintain clean and safe environment; clean/defrost refrigerators, prepare carts, clean and process endoscopy instruments and PPE.
• Maintain inventories and communicate needs to appropriate personnel.
• Utilize software applications as appropriate.
• Assist with breath tests in GI Special Testing Lab.
• Receive patients at reception and facilitate throughput; prepare charts and track patients in Op Time; assist with scheduling procedures and at the control desk.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

BLS/BCLS certification

Gastroenterology Lab/related experience (preferred)

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Cleveland Clinic Gastroenterologists use the latest endoscopic advances to perform tens of thousands of minimally invasive procedures each year. GI Technicians work under the direction of a licensed nurse and/or physician to perform various patient care activities and related services, such as cleaning and disinfection, clerical duties, patient education and care, communication and supply procurement.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00AM – 4:00PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Assist in assessment and identification of physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs of the patient, obtain vital signs and notify Registered Nurses of any pertinent findings.
• Perform rounds on patients in the prep/observation area to meet patient needs and enhance the patient experience and communicate when necessary.
• Assist physicians and/or nurses during procedures and tests within scope of competency.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by cleaning and defrosting refrigerators, removing dirty linen appropriately, cleaning and preparing patient carts and cleaning and processing endoscopy instruments and equipment per policy maintaining PPE.
• Maintain quality control within the department.
• Tear down procedure rooms at the end of the day and prepare rooms for the next day cases, including restocking supplies.
• Transports patients utilizing safe techniques.
• Assist with equipment management within the department as well as all cases outside of the department by troubleshooting and following up on all equipment issues and requesting assistance when needed.
• Maintain inventories and communicate to appropriate personnel of needs.
• Utilize software applications as appropriate.
• Assist with breath tests in GI Special Testing Lab.
• Receive patients at reception area and facilitate throughput.
• Prepare charts, track patients in Op Time and communicate to RNs all special patient needs.
• Assist in scheduling procedures and assist with functions at the control desk when necessary.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Medical Assistant certification OR one year of hospital experience utilizing medical terminology and computers
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of Gastroenterology Lab, Operating Room or clinical experience
• Medical Assistant certification
• Certification from the Certifying Board of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc.

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Requirements for this position include; standing in one area up to eight hours, wearing appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment); sitting in a confined area for eight hours using a computer screen and the ability to perform small repetitive motor tasks (e.g., typing, filing, responding to telephone, application of abdominal pressure) are necessary.
• This job also requires that an individual be able to work under periods of high stress.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $19.25

Maximum hourly: $25.95

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).