What are the responsibilities and job description for the GI Technician position at Mount Sinai Medical Center?
G.I Technician
As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24 / 7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Culture of Caring : The Sinai Way
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
Position Responsibilities
- Assists in the performance of colonoscopy, gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, ERCP, EUS, insertion of PEG ad PEJ Tubes, PEG replacement and bedside procedures.
- Correctly sets up procedure room for assigned procedure, inclusive of al needed accessories.
- Tests endoscopes for proper function and white balances endoscope prior to start of procedure. Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or another Lead G.I Tech Specialist.
- Collects adequate tissue and other specimens during endoscopy procedures. Informs MD if more tissue is required.
- Delivers specimen(s) to pathology and / or microbiology departments, obtaining required signature in specimen log.
- Precepts new personnel to duties performed by a G.I Technician.
- Provides privacy, as well as a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Actively participates in the universal protocol by making sure patients are identified by their name and date of birth.
- Demonstrates the ability to pre-clean all endoscopes, by removing valves, utilizing cleaning brush to clean all internal channel, and wiping exterior surfaces with prepared disinfectant solution. Properly rinses endoscope with clean water until clear.
- Demonstrates the ability to follow proper technique when placing endoscopes into automatic endoscope re-processor, including leak testing all endoscopes prior to pre-cleaning, accurately placing sterilant concentrate into tray, and properly disposing of biohazard waste.
- Demonstrates the ability to activate glutaraldehyde solution, including performing daily test strips for solution efficacy, and documents finding in log book.
- Demonstrates the ability to perform Whole Blood Glucose Testing in accordance with the IFU.
- Discontinues IV catheter / site and apply dressing as directed by Registered Nurse.
- Restocks procedure room with needed supplies, including those cases performed in radiology.
- Safely transports patients, equipment, supplies and / or medications to other needed areas of the medical center.
- Takes call rotation and return calls from RN and / or MD withing 15 mins. From time of placement of call.
- Utilizes standard precautions at all times when the potential exists for exposure to blood or body fluids.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Benefits
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes :
