Job Detail

Position Description:

The Gastroenterology Technologist is responsible for the provision of patient care to meet identified patient outcomes, and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse. The GI Tech performs duties according to scope of practice designated by the facility position description, role and responsibilities and best practice guidelines established by the gastroenterology professional organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Functions as a GI Technologist in the procedure room under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse.

• Assists with the preparation of the procedure room for procedures.
• Assists with positioning and draping of patients.
• Assists with care, preparation, maintenance and after-care of supplies and equipment.
• Knows and practices the principles and procedures of aseptic and sterile technique as applicable.
• Handles specimens in accordance with facility policy and procedures.
• Knows how to pre-clean, disinfect, process and safely store endoscopes according to best practice guidelines, facility policy and under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse.
• Cleans and/or disinfects instruments and equipment after use and returns it to the proper area for processing and storage.
• Demonstrates ability to understand and use sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, other designated processors.
• Demonstrates ability to understand use, function, interpretation, documentation, and record-keeping of chemical and biological indicators related to instrument and equipment high-level disinfection and sterilization processes.
• Demonstrates understanding of procedure room technical equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, policy and procedures.
• Assists with stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies.
• Updates knowledge in procedural techniques and related patient care techniques.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

• Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mission Viejo, CA 92691: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person