What are the responsibilities and job description for the GI TECH / ENDO TECH position at Beebe Healthcare?
Category: Nursing Support
Position Type: Full-Time
Why Beebe?
Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.
In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:
- Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
- Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
- Paid Time Off
- Long Term Sick accrual
- Employer Contribution Plan
- Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
- Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
- College Bound 529 Savings Plan
- Life Insurance
- Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Overview
This individual functions under the guidance of the registered nurse and is responsible for performing scrub duties and maintaining quality patient care. Clerical/Registration duties may be accomplished as directed.Responsibilities
- Follow established procedures for GI interventions (e.g., preference cards, supply accuracy, and obtaining necessary items).
- Adhere to aseptic techniques (e.g., proper scrubbing, gowning, and gloving).
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain all endoscopes and equipment.
- Demonstrate expertise in the role of GI tech, anticipating the needs of GI physicians and understanding instrument usage.
- Keep records of equipment damage, repairs, and returns.
- Assemble and break down endoscopy sets and instrument set-ups.
- Operate autoclaves and scope washers, performing daily A-Test/Biological tests.
- Ensure proper care, handling, and documentation of instruments and flash cycles.
- Maintain accountability for department supplies, instruments, and equipment.
- Maintain specimen logbooks and arrange for proper specimen transfer to the lab.
- Assist RNs with patient care planning, patient positioning, and addressing special needs.
- Maintain a sterile field, perform gross cleaning of instruments, and manage contamination sources during GI procedures.
- Assist in updating preference cards in coordination with the Nurse Manager.
- Ensure efficient turnaround time between procedures, assist with room cleanup, and prioritize case setup for maximum efficiency.
Qualifications
- Must possess one (1) year experience in hospital setting.
- Prefer minimum of 1 year current operating room experience.
- Ability to communicate in English required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Competencies Skills
- Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
- Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
- Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
- Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
- Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records
Credentials
- BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification
Education
- High school graduate or equivalent
Entry
USD $21.60/Hr.Expert
USD $33.48/Hr.Salary : $22 - $33
