Gastrointestinal technician job description
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Gastrointestinal technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in gastrointestinal technician job postings.
Sample gastrointestinal technician requirements
- Associate's degree in gastrointestinal technology or related field
- Certification as a gastrointestinal technician
- Experience with endoscopic procedures
- Familiarity with medical terminology and anatomy
- Ability to operate and maintain endoscopic equipment
Sample required gastrointestinal technician soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and ability to follow protocols
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Compassionate and empathetic demeanor towards patients
Gastrointestinal technician job description example 1
University of Maryland Medical System gastrointestinal technician job description
What You Will Do:
Under general supervision, performs delegated patient care and applies advanced technical skills in all Endoscopy procedures. Fulfillment of job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas and to transport medications to/ from medication storage and delivery areas.
II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
+ Assists the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient with the assessment of the patient by monitoring parameters outlined by the Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nursing Standards of Practice.2. Identifies, records and reports overt findings to the Registered Nurse concerning the physical and mental condition of a patient in accordance with the Nursing Documentation Policy.3. Assists the Registered Nurse in patient status evaluation by reporting patient information such as vital signs or response to nursing actions such as conscious sedation.A. Reports verbally to the nurse significant changes in patient's physical and cognitive condition.B. Documents patient information such as vital signs, npo status and other appropriate information on special procedures nursing form as stipulated in the Nursing Documentation Policy.C. Aids in patient positioning, abdominal pressure and transfers.4. Assists physician directly in complicated therapeutic procedures involving guidewire manipulation, stent placements, balloon dilations, stone retrieval, electrocautery, laser therapy including photodynamic therapy, endoscopic ultrasound, variceal and hemorrhoid banding, insertion of esophageal catheters, probes, naso and percutaneous gastric and jejunal tubes, polypectomies, fine kneedle aspiration, clipping of bleeding vessels, celiac plexus neurolysis, tumor obliteration, specimen processing, sphinctertomies, and biliary manometry.5. Assists physicians directly with obtaining various patient specimens such as biopsies for culture, Clo tests, pathology and viral studies, brush cytology, microbiology and pH specimens.6. Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots all endoscopic equipment. Notifies Charge Nurse and Biomed of any problems as indicated.A. Schedules in-services on all new equipment for staff.B. Schedules annual in-services on existing equipment for staff.C. Trains and educates new staff on functioning and care of endoscopic equipment.7. Orders all central supply, materials management and pharmacy supplies for unit.8. Initiates CPR procedures as needed for patient care and safety.9. Sets up and operates multiple lead EKG machines; attaches and removes EKG leads; runs a rhythm strip.10. Performs venipuncture for drawing blood samples per physician order. Obtains intravenous access per physician order.11. Performs general support services for the unit and patient which may include running unit errands, procuring equipment and taking and relaying messages accurately and correctly.12. Performs related and delegated tasks that include pre, intra and post procedure care and documentation for the endoscopic patient as needed.13. Adheres to all divisional and hospital guidelines, policies and procedures. Maintains and provides appropriate case and cleaning of all endoscopes according to CSC Guidelines and Unit Polices.14. Performs data entry into the endoscopic database along with basic computer troubleshooting.15. Makes patient pre and post procedure calls.16. Act in a preceptorship role to GI Technicians who are in training.17. Assist in departmental scheduling of all GI Technicians to ensure continuity of care and adequate coverage during operating hours of the clinic.18. Assume a leadership role within the department by participating in committees both within the Endoscopy department and/or within the hospital on a larger organizational level (i.e. C2X committees).
What You Need to Be Successful:
1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
2. Completion of a recognized training program, such as courses provided through UMMS, community colleges, United Stated Armed Forces with the attainment of certification as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Corpsman or equivalent.
3. Successful completion of an advanced technical endoscopic skills seminar course.
4. Two years of direct endoscopic experience is required.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Under general supervision, performs delegated patient care and applies advanced technical skills in all Endoscopy procedures. Fulfillment of job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas and to transport medications to/ from medication storage and delivery areas.
II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
+ Assists the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient with the assessment of the patient by monitoring parameters outlined by the Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nursing Standards of Practice.2. Identifies, records and reports overt findings to the Registered Nurse concerning the physical and mental condition of a patient in accordance with the Nursing Documentation Policy.3. Assists the Registered Nurse in patient status evaluation by reporting patient information such as vital signs or response to nursing actions such as conscious sedation.A. Reports verbally to the nurse significant changes in patient's physical and cognitive condition.B. Documents patient information such as vital signs, npo status and other appropriate information on special procedures nursing form as stipulated in the Nursing Documentation Policy.C. Aids in patient positioning, abdominal pressure and transfers.4. Assists physician directly in complicated therapeutic procedures involving guidewire manipulation, stent placements, balloon dilations, stone retrieval, electrocautery, laser therapy including photodynamic therapy, endoscopic ultrasound, variceal and hemorrhoid banding, insertion of esophageal catheters, probes, naso and percutaneous gastric and jejunal tubes, polypectomies, fine kneedle aspiration, clipping of bleeding vessels, celiac plexus neurolysis, tumor obliteration, specimen processing, sphinctertomies, and biliary manometry.5. Assists physicians directly with obtaining various patient specimens such as biopsies for culture, Clo tests, pathology and viral studies, brush cytology, microbiology and pH specimens.6. Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots all endoscopic equipment. Notifies Charge Nurse and Biomed of any problems as indicated.A. Schedules in-services on all new equipment for staff.B. Schedules annual in-services on existing equipment for staff.C. Trains and educates new staff on functioning and care of endoscopic equipment.7. Orders all central supply, materials management and pharmacy supplies for unit.8. Initiates CPR procedures as needed for patient care and safety.9. Sets up and operates multiple lead EKG machines; attaches and removes EKG leads; runs a rhythm strip.10. Performs venipuncture for drawing blood samples per physician order. Obtains intravenous access per physician order.11. Performs general support services for the unit and patient which may include running unit errands, procuring equipment and taking and relaying messages accurately and correctly.12. Performs related and delegated tasks that include pre, intra and post procedure care and documentation for the endoscopic patient as needed.13. Adheres to all divisional and hospital guidelines, policies and procedures. Maintains and provides appropriate case and cleaning of all endoscopes according to CSC Guidelines and Unit Polices.14. Performs data entry into the endoscopic database along with basic computer troubleshooting.15. Makes patient pre and post procedure calls.16. Act in a preceptorship role to GI Technicians who are in training.17. Assist in departmental scheduling of all GI Technicians to ensure continuity of care and adequate coverage during operating hours of the clinic.18. Assume a leadership role within the department by participating in committees both within the Endoscopy department and/or within the hospital on a larger organizational level (i.e. C2X committees).
What You Need to Be Successful:
1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
2. Completion of a recognized training program, such as courses provided through UMMS, community colleges, United Stated Armed Forces with the attainment of certification as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Corpsman or equivalent.
3. Successful completion of an advanced technical endoscopic skills seminar course.
4. Two years of direct endoscopic experience is required.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Gastrointestinal technician job description example 2
Kaiser Permanente gastrointestinal technician job description
Under direct supervision, provides functional guidance to assigned staff; incubate patients; analyzes collected specimens; and assist physicians with endoscopic and sigmoidoscopic procedures.
Essential Functions:
- Obtain patient specimens. Perform venipuncture&skin punctures to obtain blood samples. Perform samples&specimens for lab analysis. Perform routine diagnostic test. Anesthetize patients w/ topical or aerosol medication. Assist physicians&medical staff w/ procedures, diagnostic examinations&treatments. Assist physician in obtaining tissue specimens&biopsies. Assist w/ protocological procedures (e.g., sigmoid exams). Select&pass instruments. Schedule, cancel or reschedule patient appointments. Initiate follow-up appointments w/ patients. Key DKAs into automated system. Schedule procedure rooms. Schedule patient appointments&procedures. Record&chart patient data. Interview patients&collect patient data. Consult w/ physicians concerning test results&alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities. Report negative/positive specimens. Transcribe test results onto lab slips. Call provider on positive test results. Explain test procedures&purpose. Analyze collected specimens for volume, acidity or other standard measures. Assist in obtaining tissue specimens. Assist physician in developing new techniques&procedures. Assist provider in patient examinations&procedures. Consult w/ provider concerning procedures&patient condition. Follow standard infection control procedures. Lift patients. Modify treatment techniques, which do not require change in physician orders. Instruct patient how to prepare for procedures. Explain diets. Monitor&evaluate test readings during procedures. Observe, monitor&evaluate patient condition during&after procedures. Prepare samples&specimens for lab analysis. Prepare&position patients for diagnostic test&medical procedures. Respond to emergencies (i.e., Code Blue)&stat requests. Shave&apply antiseptic solutions to patient skin areas. Take, record&monitor patient vital signs. Transport patients' to/from procedure area. Assist physician w/ fluoroscopic examinations.
- Perform ear wash procedures. Assist physician in locating tumors. Acts as member of other surgery team (for example, pass instruments, cut sutures,&hold retractors). Assist physician in gastroenterology/procedures (for example, endosopies). Assist physician w/ inserting&advancing scope during GI procedures. Monitor I.V. solutions. Other procedures may be schlerotherapy, Suctioning, Xray - fluoroscopic, Photographic, Dilatation - balloon, bougies, blood specimen processing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, culture preparation, cytology, Gastrointestinal/Gall Bladder Examination, Microscopic, Minor Surgical, ovum¶site examination, pap smear, polypectomy. Accountable for cleaning&filling specimen jars w/ solutions. Prepare solutions&surgical tissue specimens. Centrifuge or filter&separate specimens. Develop film&make prints. Dilute specimens. Prepare control slides, clean procedures room&work area. Operate scope disinfector. Pick up; deliver other specimens to&from laboratory. Assemble&disassemble equipment&instruments. Ensure equipment is available for procedures&examinations. Adjust equipment in preparation for&during procedures. Check emergency equipment. Prepare procedures&exam rooms. Select&set out appropriate tubings&sterile supplies. Set up instruments&surgical trays. Maintain sterilized supplies, instruments&equipment for surgical procedures. Decontaminate equipment. Removed&inventory equipment&supplies after surgical procedures. Soak instrument. Arrange for repair of equipment. Equipment may include Computer, Washing&Cleaning supplies, closed circuit TV - GI video. Others are periteonoscope, heat probe, colonoscope, photographic&related equipment. Inspect equipment&instruments for damage. Maintain equipment in good working order. Perform minor adjustments and/or repairs on equipment. Replace expendable parts on equipment. Test equipment. Fill request for equipment&supplies. Maintain&order supplies. Dispose of used syringes&contaminated materials. Inventory equipment&supplies. Replenish supplies&equipment. Orient&train new or less experienced personnel. Prepare department work schedules. Provide functional direction to assigned staff. Attend conferences, meetings&in-service training programs. Serve as resource person to co-workers by answering procedural questions&assisting in problem solving. Answer telephones&take messages. Conduct in-service training. Assume other activities&responsibilities form time to time as directed.
Pay Grade: 26
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
• One (1) year experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting assisting in the performance of endoscopic procedures.
Education
• N/A.
License, Certification, Registration
• Current California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with I.V certification
• Valid BLS card
Additional Requirements:
• N/A.
Preferred Qualifications:
• N/A.
Notes:
• If ten (10) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:30 am-6:00 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 10:00 am to 6:30 pm
•Working days may vary within defined shift.
• Weekend/After Hrs On-Call rotation & must arrive 30 min when called in;
• Saturdays as part of core schedule.
• Excellent service skills - iCOUNT & AIDET
• Use of appropriate PPE on the job.
• May float to other KPOC GI areas.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Gastrointestinal Technician II
LOCATION: Irvine, California
REQNUMBER: 1066766
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Essential Functions:
- Obtain patient specimens. Perform venipuncture&skin punctures to obtain blood samples. Perform samples&specimens for lab analysis. Perform routine diagnostic test. Anesthetize patients w/ topical or aerosol medication. Assist physicians&medical staff w/ procedures, diagnostic examinations&treatments. Assist physician in obtaining tissue specimens&biopsies. Assist w/ protocological procedures (e.g., sigmoid exams). Select&pass instruments. Schedule, cancel or reschedule patient appointments. Initiate follow-up appointments w/ patients. Key DKAs into automated system. Schedule procedure rooms. Schedule patient appointments&procedures. Record&chart patient data. Interview patients&collect patient data. Consult w/ physicians concerning test results&alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities. Report negative/positive specimens. Transcribe test results onto lab slips. Call provider on positive test results. Explain test procedures&purpose. Analyze collected specimens for volume, acidity or other standard measures. Assist in obtaining tissue specimens. Assist physician in developing new techniques&procedures. Assist provider in patient examinations&procedures. Consult w/ provider concerning procedures&patient condition. Follow standard infection control procedures. Lift patients. Modify treatment techniques, which do not require change in physician orders. Instruct patient how to prepare for procedures. Explain diets. Monitor&evaluate test readings during procedures. Observe, monitor&evaluate patient condition during&after procedures. Prepare samples&specimens for lab analysis. Prepare&position patients for diagnostic test&medical procedures. Respond to emergencies (i.e., Code Blue)&stat requests. Shave&apply antiseptic solutions to patient skin areas. Take, record&monitor patient vital signs. Transport patients' to/from procedure area. Assist physician w/ fluoroscopic examinations.
- Perform ear wash procedures. Assist physician in locating tumors. Acts as member of other surgery team (for example, pass instruments, cut sutures,&hold retractors). Assist physician in gastroenterology/procedures (for example, endosopies). Assist physician w/ inserting&advancing scope during GI procedures. Monitor I.V. solutions. Other procedures may be schlerotherapy, Suctioning, Xray - fluoroscopic, Photographic, Dilatation - balloon, bougies, blood specimen processing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, culture preparation, cytology, Gastrointestinal/Gall Bladder Examination, Microscopic, Minor Surgical, ovum¶site examination, pap smear, polypectomy. Accountable for cleaning&filling specimen jars w/ solutions. Prepare solutions&surgical tissue specimens. Centrifuge or filter&separate specimens. Develop film&make prints. Dilute specimens. Prepare control slides, clean procedures room&work area. Operate scope disinfector. Pick up; deliver other specimens to&from laboratory. Assemble&disassemble equipment&instruments. Ensure equipment is available for procedures&examinations. Adjust equipment in preparation for&during procedures. Check emergency equipment. Prepare procedures&exam rooms. Select&set out appropriate tubings&sterile supplies. Set up instruments&surgical trays. Maintain sterilized supplies, instruments&equipment for surgical procedures. Decontaminate equipment. Removed&inventory equipment&supplies after surgical procedures. Soak instrument. Arrange for repair of equipment. Equipment may include Computer, Washing&Cleaning supplies, closed circuit TV - GI video. Others are periteonoscope, heat probe, colonoscope, photographic&related equipment. Inspect equipment&instruments for damage. Maintain equipment in good working order. Perform minor adjustments and/or repairs on equipment. Replace expendable parts on equipment. Test equipment. Fill request for equipment&supplies. Maintain&order supplies. Dispose of used syringes&contaminated materials. Inventory equipment&supplies. Replenish supplies&equipment. Orient&train new or less experienced personnel. Prepare department work schedules. Provide functional direction to assigned staff. Attend conferences, meetings&in-service training programs. Serve as resource person to co-workers by answering procedural questions&assisting in problem solving. Answer telephones&take messages. Conduct in-service training. Assume other activities&responsibilities form time to time as directed.
Pay Grade: 26
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
• One (1) year experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting assisting in the performance of endoscopic procedures.
Education
• N/A.
License, Certification, Registration
• Current California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with I.V certification
• Valid BLS card
Additional Requirements:
• N/A.
Preferred Qualifications:
• N/A.
Notes:
• If ten (10) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:30 am-6:00 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 10:00 am to 6:30 pm
•Working days may vary within defined shift.
• Weekend/After Hrs On-Call rotation & must arrive 30 min when called in;
• Saturdays as part of core schedule.
• Excellent service skills - iCOUNT & AIDET
• Use of appropriate PPE on the job.
• May float to other KPOC GI areas.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Gastrointestinal Technician II
LOCATION: Irvine, California
REQNUMBER: 1066766
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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Updated March 14, 2024
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