GI TECHNICIAN

At Cooper University Health Care,our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

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Some of the primary duties that GI technicians perform include:

• GI Technicians prepare rooms and equipment before endoscopic procedures and clean up and sterilize after procedures
• Maintaining an inventory of equipment and supplies for endoscopic procedure
• Ensuring equipment functions properly
• Preparing waiting and recovery rooms or procedure suites
• Maintaining endoscopic equipment, including cleaning, disinfecting and calibrating instruments according to manufacturer guidelines
• Transporting patients according to medical personnel instructions- Helping physicians and nurses perform endoscopic procedures
• Attending training as necessary to enhance or refresh skills
• Collecting specimens from patients
• Collaborating effectively with other care providers regarding procedures and patients' conditions
• Staying current on endoscopy developments by reading literature, speaking with colleagues or participating in professional organizations
• Assists with Business Office Support duties and will be trained to EPIC applications and front desk registration & copay collection

• 1 year of GI Tech experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

• BLS from American Heart Association

• Must be willing to cross train into Pre Op and PACU as Periop PCT