GI ASSOCIATE Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The GI Associate at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL, assists physicians and RNs in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, maintains equipment, transports patients, and ensures quality patient care. Responsibilities include inventory management, patient prep, and supporting Endoscopy RNs and physicians. Qualifications include a high school diploma/GED and knowledge of basic Endoscopy procedures and GI anatomy. BLS certification is preferred, as well as healthcare experience and advanced Endoscopy skills.
Job Description
GI ASSOCIATE
Featured Job
Location Tampa, FL
Facility Moffitt at Magnolia Campus (MCC)
Department Endoscopy Clinic
Schedule
- Shift
- Hours Full Time
- Day Shift
- varied 0700-1730
Req #: 83146 At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.
Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.
Summary Position Highlights:
The Endoscopy Associate assists the physician and RN in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, prepares and maintains the endoscopy equipment, transports the patient, assists in patient care delivery under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The GI Associate acts as a first assistant to the physicians, handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the procedure, anticipates the needs of the physician and team, and has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care. In addition, the GI Associate functions as a resource for difficult procedures, troubleshoots equipment problems, maintains supply inventories, is a role model for service management, participates in quality improvement activities on the unit, complies with regulatory agency requirements, and responds to emergency situations as directed by the RN. This role includes assignments in other ancillary/technical roles within Perioperative Services as needed.
Responsibilities:
The GI Associate is responsible for assisting with support services in the delivery of care to Endoscopy patients, including transportation, independent inventory management, patient prep, environmental cleanliness and direct assistance to Endoscopy RN’s, physicians, patients, visitors and staff.
This role includes assignments in other ancillary/technical roles within Perioperative Services as needed.
Credentials and Qualifications Required:
High School Diploma/GED
Knowledge of basic Endoscopy procedures and GI anatomy.
BLS Certification Preferred:
Healthcare experience preferred.
Experience with operation and handling of basic endoscopes and equipment preferred.
Advanced Endoscopy skills preferred.
