GI Technician

NKC Health; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health in Kansas City seeks a GI Tech to assist with endoscopic procedures and provide safe pre- and post-procedure care for inpatients and outpatients. You will collaborate with RNs, CNAs, and physicians to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The role includes handling endoscopic equipment, reprocessing, maintenance, and following infection prevention guidelines, with in-house education opportunities. BLS required; CNA preferred.

Qualifications

• Infection prevention guidelines knowledge.
• Endoscopic instrumentation knowledge.
• High-level disinfection reprocessing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care during elective or emergent endoscopic procedures.
• Support endoscopic procedures and ensure proper care, reprocessing, and maintenance of endoscopic equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate with RN/Charge Nurse and Physician to promote patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Infection prevention guidelines

Endoscopic instrumentation

High-level disinfection

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification (AHA)

CNA certification (preferred)

Tools

Endoscopy equipment maintenance

Job description

Summary

SUMMARY: You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of RNs, GI techs, and CNAs, working seamlessly with anesthesia and GI services to deliver exceptional care. You'll play a vital role in ensuring top-tier care for both inpatient and outpatient populations.Assisting with advanced GI procedures such as EGD, colonoscopies, ERCP, EUS, manometry, Fibro Scan, PillCam, Bravo, and HALO. Additionally, you'll provide pre-operative and post-operative recovery care, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and comfort. Rotating through all areas of GI will offer you a diverse and stimulating work environment.Our department boasts advanced certifications in GI specialties, providing opportunities for you to expand your skills and knowledge. With an in-house educator, you’ll have access to tailored education and in-services to enhance your career development.SUMMARY:Responsible to the Nursing Director and under the direction of RN/Charge Nurse and Physician, will assist in delivery of direct care to the patient experiencing elective or emergent endoscopic procedural intervention. Primary functions are to assist with endoscopic procedures in the appropriate healthcare setting and proper care, operation, reprocessing, and maintenance of endoscopic equipment and supplies.

EXPERIENCE:

GI Tech, 1-2 years, or position related experience preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Knowledge of infection prevention guidelines, endoscopic instrumentation, and high-level disinfection reprocessing preferred.

OTHER:

Basic computer skills.

LICENSE/CERT:

Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association) Preferred: CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant)

EDUCATION:

Required: High School or Equivalent