GI Assistant     

Job Code: 24025    

 

Position Summary

The GI Assistant is a key member of the endoscopy team, responsible for assisting in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. Working in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment, the GI Assistant supports physicians, nurses, and anesthesia staff by ensuring the safe and efficient operation of endoscopic equipment and providing direct patient support throughout procedures. 

 

Responsibilities

•    Assists nursing staff with patient admission and discharge

•    Prepares, operates, and maintains endoscopic equipment before, during, and after procedures

•    Aids physicians and nursing staff during endoscopic procedures

•    Documents procedural information accurately and timely in the electronic health record

•    Ensures all equipment and endoscopy suites are clean and adhere to infection control standards

•    Transports patients to and from the endoscopy suite as needed and assists with positioning and monitoring during procedures

•    Collects and processes tissue and/or fluid specimens as required

•    Monitors inventory levels and restocks supplies as needed

•    Follows strict hospital protocols related to patient safety, infection control, and equipment handling

•    Participates in ongoing training, competency evaluations, and quality improvement initiatives

•    Performs other related duties as assigned

•    Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

•    Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

•    Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

•    High School diploma or equivalent preferred

•    Current CNA registration with the State of Idaho, current Certified Medical Assistant, or current Surgical Technician certification required

•    Knowledge of Sterile Techniques

•    Comply with ethical, professional and legal standards inherent in patient care and professional conduct, e.g., patient's bill of rights

•    BLS required

 

Working Conditions

•    Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs

•    Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position

•    Typical equipment used in a clinical job

•    Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend

•    Must be able to push, pull or transport heavy equipment

•    Must be able to assist in patient transfer

 

 

About Kootenai Health:  

 

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.  

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:  

 
 

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.   

   
 

Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it  

   
 

Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.   

   
 

Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials  

   
 

An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching   

   
 

Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more  

   
 

Robust and interactive employee referral program  

   
 

And much more  

   

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!   

 

Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.   

 

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.