GI Technician-Atrium Health Kenilworth Gastroenterology PT Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The GI Technician role at Atrium Health Kenilworth Gastroenterology in Charlotte, NC, involves assisting in patient care under direct supervision, particularly in endoscopic procedures, personal care, and room setup. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification, and participation in the SGNA GI Associates Program. Physical abilities testing is necessary.
Job Description
GI Technician-Atrium Health Kenilworth Gastroenterology PT
Charlotte, NC, United States
Job ID:
156182
Job Family:
Patient Care Support
Status:
Part Time
Shift:
Day
Job Type:
Regular
Department Name:
48511078032411-Gastroenterology
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Overview
Job Summary
The GI Technician assists in providing patient care under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. Assists with the care of the GI patients, neonate through the geriatric years. Maintains a clean, safe patient environment and performs job responsibilities in a safe manner.
Essential Functions
Assists physicians with Endoscopic procedures.
Performs personal care for thefort and well-being of the patient; including but not limited to assisting patients with bedpan and/or with ambulating to the restroom, transfers to bed, wheelchair and/or stretcher, turning and positioning patients. Escorts patients as needed.
Sets up rooms for procedures including setting upputer with patient’s name and procedure, making occupied and unoccupied beds. Assists with room/unit inventory, ordering and distribution of supplies.
Cleans endoscopes either by sterilization or high-level disinfection.
Assists with oxygen therapy by maintenance of oxygen therapy, safety measures and care of oxygen equipment.
Performs vital signs and documents in the medical record (pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
Physical Requirements
Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stretching, stooping, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Must speak and understand English in good understandable terms. Must have manual and finger dexterity. Physical abilities testing required.
Education, Experience and Certifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Surgical or GI Technology training preferred and/or NA I or NA II with Department of Facility Services preferred.
BLS required per policy guidelines.
Successfulpletion of the SGNA GI Associates Program required within 6 months of employment.
Must maintain 6 educational contact hours annually in the GI field of study.
Computer skills preferred.
