GI Technician - GI Lab Endoscopy

Health First; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

Health First in Palm Bay, FL is seeking a Surgical Technologist/GI assistant to support endoscopy procedures and related patient care under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining infection control, assisting with instrument handling, preparing the GI suite, and providing timely supplies during procedures. The role requires high school diploma, 1-2 years experience, and BLS certification prior to start.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 1-2 years’ experience as Surgical Technologist or GI assistant preferred.
• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
• Able to speak, read and write in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Follows infection control policy and utilizes PPE as indicated; cleans scopes/equipment.
• Assists with instrument handling and passing instruments/scopes during procedures as needed.
• Ensures GI suite is clean and restocks rooms daily; participates in turnover and terminal cleaning.
• Supports physician needs in the procedure room and prepares supplies as required.
• Keeps computer systems updated for daily activity, such as printing endoscopy schedule.
• Attends in‑services, inventory and mandatory meetings.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS Healthcare Provider Certification

Job description

Job Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by performing a variety of technical activities related to patient care, as well as support activities in the Endoscopy department under the direction of the R.N. Technical activities may include performing in the GI Assistant role within the Endoscopy Department.

Primary Accountabilities

Quality/No Harm

• Follows infection control policy, utilizes personal protection devices as indicated in the universal precautions policy. Cleans scopes / equipment following appropriate infection control procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and follows current policies and procedures and SGNA standards (to be measured by written test on SGNA standards).
• Accurately handles and identifies specimens properly; demonstrates care of specimens as required.
• Properly handles and cares for all instruments and equipment checks for proper function and completeness. Reports on faulty equipment per policy.
• Anticipates needs of physician in the procedure room, passing instruments/scopes, and supplies as needed.
• Checks GI suite to ensure a clean environment. Assists with cleaning during room turnover and terminal cleaning as necessary. Cleans and restocks GI rooms daily.
• Participates in a performance improvement activity to improve department, patient or physician satisfaction.
• Uses computer system effectively as needed for daily activities, such as printing endoscopy schedule.
• Attend in‑services, inventory and mandatory meetings.

Customer Experience

• Supports Health First philosophy of People Centered Caring.
• Displays a positive image and demonstrates a concern for patients, visitors, associates and physicians.
• Assists with precepting new technical personnel.
• Maintains professional relations and communicates effectively with physicians, vendor representatives, staff members, nursing management, and staff from other hospital departments.
• Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by patients/others.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates competency in setting up for procedure in a cost‑effective manner.
• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to changes in duty assignments.
• Shares responsibility of call coverage.

Work Experience

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 1‑2 years’ experience as Surgical Technologist or GI assistant preferred.
• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
• Able to speak, read and write in the English language.

Physical Demands

• Must have visual acuity and hand‑eye coordination to assist with procedures.
• Must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Must be able to lift, turn, pull, and push equipment up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 33% of the assigned shift.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop up to 90% of assigned shift.
• Potential for exposure to biohazardous waste and known or unknown diseases.

Mental Demands

• Working under stressful situations.
• Continuous concentration on an activity.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Benefits

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Schedule

Part‑Time

Shift Times

Variable

Paygrade

PG‑27