GI Tech II

Full-time position in Gastrointestinal Services at Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center, 40 hours per week, with four 10-hour shifts per week between 0800 and 1830, rotating Saturday and Sunday shifts, and on-call requirements of 3–4 weekdays per month and one weekend per month, plus rotating holiday call.

Responsibilities

Assists with patient care activities and related services under the supervision/delegation of the registered nurse and/or physician, including intraprocedural support; Assists physicians with retrieval, preservation, labeling and transportation of specimens to lab; Assists in initiating and/or collaborating on safety initiatives such as timeout process, traceability of equipment used, and reporting of safety events; Organizes and prepares procedure rooms and equipment according to each physician's specification; Performs high level disinfection and reprocessing of equipment/scopes based on established standards; Acts as a resource for employees on high-level disinfection and endoscope reprocessing standards, including supporting training, developing, performing competencies, and providing direction for daily operations; Cleans, calibrates, operates and performs preventative maintenance on equipment per manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies; Reports and documents equipment repairs; Documents procedures, images, videos and patient charges using endoscope and ultrasound information systems; Assists in maintaining unit inventory, stocking supplies and receiving ordered supplies; Performs clerical duties including answering phones, filing, data entry, scheduling and compilation of patient records; Performs patient positioning and transporting duties requiring lifting, pushing and pulling; Serves as a resource for troubleshooting procedural equipment during all phases of the procedure; Acts as a preceptor and/or resource to staff and assists in training in manual and automated flexible endoscope reprocessing; Collaborates with physicians and unit leadership on staff education, competencies, and assessment and training for new equipment and procedures; Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served

Requirements

High school education completed (HSD, HSED, GED); 2 years of Endoscopy Tech experience; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), to be obtained within 6 months unless the department leader determines it is not required; GI Technical Specialist (GTS) advanced certification issued by SGNA by completing the SGNA Associates Program, to be obtained within 6 months; Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment; Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) or similar products; Excellent communication and customer service skills; Excellent organization skills; Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance; Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; Ability to wear lead aprons with the weight resting on shoulders; Speech, hearing, and sight for communication during procedures, plus touch and fine motor skill coordination; Ability to function in a very limited space

Benefits

Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience and/or training; Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program