Registry GID Lab Technician / GI Endo / Clinic

Emory Healthcare Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated GID Lab Technician to join their team in Decatur. This role involves assisting gastroenterologists with a variety of procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high standards of care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and a commitment to quality work. With a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and development, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving healthcare setting. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Wellness incentives

Ongoing mentorship and development programs

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as a Gastrointestinal Laboratory Technician or LPN required.
• Proficient in assisting with various gastrointestinal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist gastroenterologist with procedures and patient care.
• Maintain procedure rooms and keep accurate records.

Skills

Patient Care

Gastrointestinal Procedures

IV Fluids Administration

Monitoring Vital Signs

Education

Certification as Gastrointestinal Laboratory Technician

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Tools

Endoscopes

Monitoring Equipment

Cautery Equipment

Job description

Overview

Emory Healthcare. Where you matter as much as the work you do!

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more

Decatur clinic information:

Emory Endoscopy Clinic at Decatur

• Number of Rooms: 3 Procedure Rooms
• Nursing scope of practice: Endo GI
• Daily patient population: Approximately 30
• Staffing Hours: 7a-5:30p Monday-Thursday. Hours may vary depending on cases and/or schedule needs.
• Travel to other Emory ASC’s is REQUIRED. There is a 6-week orientation. PRN orientation varies.

Description

7a-5:30/ PRN/ 10 Hours

We're seeking a PRN GID Lab Technician for The Emory Clinic, Decatur responsible for being a capable certified technician who cares about the quality of their work and ensuring the safety for all patients.

This individual will:

• Assist the gastroenterologist with procedures such as gastroscopy, dilatation, colonoscopy, electrocoagulation, flexible protoscopy, anoscopy, peritoneoscopy, liver biopsy, sclerosis, motility, secretin studies, gastric analysis, small bowel endoscopy, transesophageal cardiography, or other procedures.
• Assist the gastroenterologist with specimen collection for biopsy, cytology, fecal, viral cultures, duodenal aspirate, and others. May start/discontinue IV fluids, administer enemas, operate EKG and other monitoring equipment, pass N-G tubes, begin and assist in CPR, administer oxygen, monitor vital signs during endoscopy or recovery room procedures and notify the physician of any abnormalities or significant changes.
• Teach patients about procedures to be performed using verbal explanations, pamphlets and relevant audiovisual aids. Request physician or nurse to address and answer patients' questions before and after procedure is completed.
• Verify that a properly signed consent form is obtained prior to any procedure.
• Instruct transporters to pick-up and discharge patients from nursing units or other hospital departments and/or GID Lab. May be required to transport both in-patients and outpatients to and from GID Lab by wheelchair or stretcher. Perform techniques using specialized equipment such as endoscopes, light sources, and GID accessory equipment, cautery and photocoagulation, monitoring equipment, peritoneoscopy equipment, motility machines, or other related equipment.
• Keep procedure rooms stocked with supplies and equipment and maintain work areas to keep them clean and dust free. Keep accurate and complete records of procedure charges, data sheets, specimen/laboratory slips, medicines given, adverse reactions, equipment sent for repair, and other required documentation. Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience as a Gastrointestinal Laboratory Technician OR current licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN)
• OR four years of Gastrointestinal Laboratory Instrument Technician experience
• OR three years of Nursing Technician II experience.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.