Gastrointestinal Technician

**About us**

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 by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey

**Short Description**

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

**Experience Required**

GI tech experience and/or patient care experience (medical assistant, patient care technician, etc.)

**Education Requirements**
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
**License/Certification Requirements**
BLS from American Heart Association

Full Time
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