Gi Lab Technician

The GI Lab Technician assists with endoscopic procedures under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or physician.

Essential Job Functions

• Assumes responsibilities of GI Lab Assistant by preparing the procedural labs with appropriate instrumentation, equipment and supplies.
  • Checks supplies and equipment for procedures.
  • Verifies appropriate instrumentation for specific procedures.
  • Arranges the lab and equipment according to routine procedures scheduled.
  • Utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
  • Properly identifies equipment and accessories and assists physician appropriately.
  • Anticipates needs throughout the Endoscopy procedures.
  • Demonstrates the ability to function independently as a GI Lab Technician with minimal instruction.
  • Follows policy for proper technique in collecting, labeling and logging specimens.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
  • Completes preliminary preparation of the Endoscopy Suite by removing unnecessary equipment and damp dusts flat surfaces.
  • Assists with room clean-up post procedure; places disposable items in appropriate receptacles, isolates needles, blades and sharps to prevent injury to others; prepares endoscopy equipment for decontamination; properly disposes of linen, trash and infectious waste, maintains adequate stock of equipment and supplies.
• Assists with patient care procedures when appropriate and according to Standards of Care and Protocols and under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Meets assigned patient and unit needs.
• Complies with Standard Precautions.
• Demonstrates understanding of aseptic technique, infection control and safety.
• Demonstrates ability to sterilize/disinfect all endoscopy equipment appropriately according to department policy.
• Participates in unit based cost containment and patient charge practices, when applicable.
• Quality Assessment and Improvement.
  • Demonstrates ongoing awareness of the participation in PI.
  • Responds to improved performance to results obtained from IP monitors.
  • Submits ideas for improvement related to staff educational needs and patient care quality issues.
• Personal Image and Conduct.
  • Dresses in accordance with the hospital dress code presenting a neat, well groomed appearance. Appropriately wears lab coat, scrub jacket or appropriate cover when leaving the department. Wears PPE in appropriate manner.
  • Attends unit-based meetings and/or reads and signs the minutes.
  • Maintains positive working relationships.
  • Uses chain of command appropriately.
  • Participates in the orientation and socialization of new hospital staff.
  • Remains calm and handles stressful situations appropriately.
• Communication
  • Interacts and informs charge nurse or professional nurses of activities, needs and problems related to the unit or patient care.
  • Relates appropriate age-related data in a courteous, accurate and timely manner.
  • Reports requests or concerns of patients, significant others and staff, refers to the appropriate hospital personnel.
• Adherence to Hospital/Department Policy
  • Follows hospital and department policies and procedures.
  • Arrives at work and is ready to begin work at scheduled time.
  • Completes assignments during scheduled work time.
  • Rotates shifts, works weekends and accepts call as required to meet unit needs.
  • Protects patient rights and observes confidentiality of patient information at all times.
  • Observes and respects confidentiality of patients and other healthcare providers.
  • Adheres to safety and infection control policies.
  • Participates in required in services, competency assessments and educational programs.

Specialty Functions

• Prepares the GI Lab procedure room daily, maintaining adequate supplies and equipment to assure continuity of patient care and patient flow.
  • Conducts daily checks of the GI tower equipment to assure proper functioning.
• Cleans and handles all endoscopy equipment according to established policy.
  • Completes a "leak test" and pre-cleaning on all endoscopes following every patient procedure according to established policy. Follows proper protocol when any equipment does not meet established operating criteria.
  • Consistently complies with infection control policies by wearing protective eyewear, gown and approved gloves when cleaning and disinfecting GI scopes.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the proper procedure to be used in the event of a chemical spill/splash.
  • Efficiently utilizes the AER Washer used to process the GI scopes.
  • Adheres to personal radiation protection and safety measures by wearing appropriate protective equipment and film badge when assisting with procedures performed in x-ray.
• Assists the physician performing the GI procedures.
  • Obtains the proper endoscope requested by the physician, attaches the scope to the GI tower and assures proper functioning prior to each procedure.
  • Obtains appropriate equipment and assists the physician with all therapeutic procedures and skills, if applicable.
  • Properly labels, logs and sends specimens to the lab per established policy, if applicable
  • Demonstrates working knowledge of computer systems

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