Gastrointestinal Tech, Operating Room

Job Description

SHIFT: 4 days/week 8a-630p, 14 days of call every 12 weeks

General Summary

Under frequent and close supervision, the Gastrointestinal Technician performs technical and patient care functions during Endoscopy procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse. Primarily, the Gastrointestinal Technician provides assistance to the physician during Endoscopy procedures utilizing a thorough understanding of safe care and handling of equipment. Patients served include infant through adult-geriatric.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to nurse manager of Endoscopy/Pre-Surgical Testing and designated charge nurse.

Company Description

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center - named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence designated hospitals in Maryland.

UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people.

We have 285 licensed beds and we're home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health.

Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Completion of GIT orientation or equivalent GIT experience or at least one (1) year of nursing assistant experience at Baltimore Washington Medical Center.

• Certified by the MBON as a CNA required, if applicable.

Working Conditions

Works inside. Exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations.

Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observance of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. Must be able to work under physical and mental stress for duration of shift. Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to adapt to frequent changes in activity level 0-3 hours/shift.

Works a regular assigned shift but may be expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary. May be expected to rotate within the Perioperative Division if the need arises. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

Physical Requirements

Requires standing, bending, and walking 5-8 hours/shift. Lifting (up to and in excess of one hundred [100] pounds) and handling of instruments, equipment and supplies 5-8 hours/shift.

Talking and hearing to converse with patients, staff, visitors, physicians 0-3 hours/shift. Hearing/listening to differentiate sounds 0-3 hours/shift. Visual acuity 5-8 hours/shift.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.