GI Lab Technician

Job Summary: The GI Lab Technician assists with endoscopic procedures under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or physician. Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. TECHNICAL STANDARDS Essential Functions: Defined as duties specific to the job, that, if removed, would change the entire purpose of the job; to include the Essential Physical Demands and Essential Working Conditions of this position. Core Essential Functions: Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance. Assumes responsibilities of GI Lab Assistant by preparing the procedural labs with appropriate instrumentation, equipment and supplies. Checks supplies and equipment for procedures. Verifies appropriate instrumentation for specific procedures. Arranges the lab and equipment according to routine procedures scheduled. Utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost effective manner. Properly identifies equipment and accessories and assists physician appropriately. Anticipates needs throughout the Endoscopy procedures. Demonstrates the ability to function independently as a GI Lab Technician with minimal instruction. Follows policy for proper technique in collecting, labeling and logging specimens. Maintain a clean and orderly environment. Completes preliminary preparation of the Endoscopy Suite by removing unnecessary equipment and damp dusts flat surfaces. Assists with room clean-up post procedure; places disposable items in appropriate receptacles, isolates needles, blades and sharps to prevent injury to others; prepares endoscopy equipment for decontamination; properly disposes of linen, trash and infectious waste, maintains adequate stock of equipment and supplies. Patient Care Assists with patient care procedures when appropriate and according to Standards of Care and Protocols and under the direction of licensed personnel. Meets assigned patient and unit needs. Complies with Standard Precautions. Demonstrates understanding of aseptic technique, infection control and safety. Demonstrates ability to sterilize/disinfect all endoscopy equipment appropriately according to department policy. Participates in unit based cost containment and patient charge practices, when applicable. Quality Assessment and Improvement. Demonstrates ongoing awareness of the participation in PI. Responds to improved performance to results obtained from IP monitors. Submits ideas for improvement related to staff educational needs and patient care quality issues. Personal Image and Conduct. Dresses in accordance with the hospital dress code presenting a neat, well groomed appearance. Appropriately wears lab coat, scrub jacket or appropriate cover when leaving the department. Wears PPE in appropriate manner. Attends unit based meetings and/or reads and signs the minutes. Maintains positive working relationships. Uses chain of command appropriately. Participates in the orientation and socialization of new hospital staff. Remains calm and handles stressful situations appropriately. Communication Interacts and informs charge nurse or professional nurses of activities, needs and problems related to the unit or patient care. Relates appropriate age related data in a courteous, accurate and timely manner. Reports requests or concerns of patients, significant others and staff, refers to the appropriate hospital personnel. Adherence to Hospital/Department Policy Follows hospital and department policies and procedures. Arrives at work and is ready to begin work at scheduled time. Completes assignments during scheduled work time. Rotates shifts, works weekends and accepts call as required to meet unit needs. Protects patient rights and observes confidentiality of patient information at all times. Observes and respects confidentiality of patients and other healthcare providers. Adheres to safety and infection control policies. Participates in required in services, competency assessments and educational programs. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. "Ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Physical Conditions chart; and the ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Conditions chart (see attached charts)" Specialty Essential Functions: Prepares the GI Lab procedure room daily, maintaining adequate supplies and equipment to assure continuity of patient care and patient flow. Conducts daily checks of the GI tower equipment to assure proper functioning. Cleans and handles all endoscopy equipment according to established policy. Completes a "leak test" and pre-cleaning on all endoscopes following every patient procedure according to established policy. Follows proper protocol when any equipment does not meet established operating criteria. Consistently complies with infection control policies by wearing protective eyewear, gown and approved gloves when cleaning and disinfecting GI scopes. Demonstrates knowledge of the proper procedure to be used in the event of a chemical spill/splash. Efficiently utilizes the AER Washer used to process the GI scopes. Adheres to personal radiation protection and safety measures by wearing appropriate protective equipment and film badge when assisting with procedures performed in x-ray. Assists the physician performing the GI procedures. Obtains the proper endoscope requested by the physician, attaches the scope to the GI tower and assures proper functioning prior to each procedure. Obtains appropriate equipment and assists the physician with all therapeutic procedures and skills, if applicable. Properly labels, logs and sends specimens to the lab per established policy, if applicable Demonstrates working knowledge of computer systems. Marginal Functions: Defined as duties that are not essential in nature and do not take a considerable amount of time to complete (less than 10%). Performs other duties as required. Required Skills and Knowledge: Minimum level of education, skills and abilities necessary in performing the job. Education: HS Diploma, GED or equivalent knowledge Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program, or previous Nurse Aide or equivalent patient care experience. Certification / Licensure / Regulation: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program. Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance Prior Experience: None Other Skills and Abilities: Sound judgment, problem solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to follow directions from other team members; works independently assigned duties. Preferred Factor: These are job related enhancements that are preferred or would benefit the performance outcome of the job but are not essential or required for the job to exist. ASTCA certification. One year previous experience in an Endoscopy Unit preferred. The above job descriptive information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, as an employee may be assigned other duties other than described in this document. Essential Working Conditions: Constantly = (5 1/2 to 8 hours or more) or 200 reps/shift Occasionally = (1/4 to 2 1/2 hours) or 2 - 32 reps/shift Frequently = (2 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours or more) or 32 - 200 reps/shift Rarely = (Less than 1/4 hours) or 85 dB) Rarely 10 - 12 hour shifts Confined Spaces-Cramped Quarters (Labeled) Occasionally Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices Mechanical Hazards Use of Vibrating Tools Overtime (more than 8 hrs. /shift, 40 hours/week) Frequently On Call Constantly Rotates all shifts 8 hour shifts Protective Equipment: Never Hearing Rarely Respirator-Breathing Equipment Frequently Eye Constantly Head (hard hat) Hands Feet, Toes Body Occupational Exposures: Never Solvents Paints (direct use of) Ethylene Oxide Cytotoxic Drugs (Chemo) Mists Wax Stripper (direct use of) Ionizing Radiation Lasers Rarely Dust (Sanding) Occasionally Radiation Chemicals (direct use of) Constantly Latex (Rubber, erasers, balloons, gloves, rubber bands, etc.) Blood and Body Fluids VII. Essential Physical Conditions: Marginal Frequently = (2 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours or more) or 32 - 200 reps/shift Essential Occasionally = (1/4 to 2 1/2 hours) or 2 - 32 reps/shift Constantly = (5 1/2 to 8 hours or more) or 200 reps/shift Rarely = (Less than 1/4 hours) or 50 pounds Occasionally 30 - 49 pounds Frequently 10 - 19 pounds 20 - 29 pounds Lifting: waist to shoulder level: Never 50 pounds > 50 pounds Occasionally 30 - 49 pounds Frequently 10 - 19 pounds 20 - 29 pounds Lifting: shoulder to overhead: Never 30 - 49 pounds 50 pounds > 50 pounds Rarely 20 - 29 pounds Occasionally 10 - 19 pounds