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GI Technician

Employer
Virginia Hospital Center
Location
Arlington, VA
Closing date
Oct 28, 2021

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Overview GI Technician Ae you an experienced Gastrointestinal Unit (GI) Technician? Are you looking for your next opportunity? We are looking for a self-motivated GI Tech who will be responsible for the technical functions related to assisting with GI procedures. The functions of this role include preparing the procedure room; assisting with the procedure; management, troubleshooting, and cleaning of equipment and instrumentation; and stocking, ordering, and tracking supplies. As a member of the Mayo Clinic Network and a Magnet Hospital, we are dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for our patients and employees. Come join a hospital that dedicated to you and your career. Virginia Hospital Center (VHC) is a nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering the highest quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 70 years. - Earning the 2016 Top Hospital award from the Leapfrog Group for excellence in hospital safety and quality for the second year in a row, VHC consistently achieves the highest levels of patient satisfaction. - Located in Arlington, VA, VHC is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations). - VHC is the largest Hospital in the region that was named a Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Four-Star Hospital, and is also designated as a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. - In 2016, VHC earned the Distinguished Hospital Clinical Excellence Award and the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from HealthGrades. - VHC is a 394-bed, all-private room Hospital that strives to provide continued excellence for our employees and patients. Qualifications * High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred. * Completion of GI or OR Technician courses are preferred. * One year of GI Tech experience is preferred. Responsibilities * Is able to assist with all GI procedures, using all GI equipment safely and skillfully. * Assist with positioning of patient and application of monitoring equipment (eg EKG monitor, blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter) and oxygen delivery devices (eg nasal prongs, O2 mask). * Cleans scopes and prepares them for disinfection, according to Unit policy/procedure and manufacturer's guildelines. * Identifies dangerous complications in the GI patient, ie obstructed airway, lowered oxygen saturation or blood pressure. * Responds to monitor alarms immediately, obtaining assistance without delay for any problem that is not rapidly resolved (eg replacing pulse oximeter sensor on digit). * Works with the RN to ensure accurate labeling of specimens, transporting to the appropriate pick-up box, and proper recording in specimen log book. Benefits Pay & Benefits: In addition to salary, the benefit package includes paid major holidays, vacation/sick time, health & dental insurance, and 401(k)

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