Gastroenterology Technician - Riverside Med Center - Gastroenterology- Full Time

Riverside, California

Employer: Kaiser Permanente
Industry: 
Salary: $32.94 - $36.33 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Description: Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, provides functional guidance to assigned staff; incubate patients; analyzes collected specimens; and assist GI/Pulm physicians with endoscopic and bronchoscopic procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Obtain patient specimens. Perform venipuncture and skin punctures to obtain blood samples. Perform samples and specimens for lab analysis. Perform routine diagnostic test. Anesthetize patients with topical or aerosol medication.


    • Assist physicians and medical staff with procedures, diagnostic examinations and treatments. Assist physician in obtaining tissue specimens and biopsies. Assist with protocological procedures (e.g., sigmoid exams). Select and pass instruments.


      • Record and chart patient data. Interview patients and collect patient data. Consult with physicians concerning test results and alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities. Report negative/positive specimens to physician.


        • Explain test procedures and purpose. Analyze collected specimens for volume, acidity or other standard measures. Assist in obtaining tissue specimens. Assist physician in developing new techniques and procedures. Assist provider in patient examinations and procedures. Consult with provider concerning procedures and patient condition. Follow standard infection control procedures. Lift patients. Modify treatment techniques, which do not require change in physician orders. Monitor and evaluate test readings during procedures. Observe, monitor and evaluate patient condition during and after procedures. Prepare samples and specimens for lab analysis. Prepare and position patients for diagnostic test and medical procedures. Respond to emergencies (i.e., Code Blue) and stat requests. Shave and apply antiseptic solutions to patient skin areas. Take record and monitor patient vital signs. Transport patients to/from procedure area. Assist physician with fluoroscopic examinations. Assist physician in gastroenterology/procedures (for example, endoscopies/bronchoscopies). Assist physician with holding scope during GI procedures. Monitor I.V. solutions. Other procedures may be sclerotherapy, Suctioning, X-ray - fluoroscopic, Photographic, Dilatation - balloon, bougies, blood specimen processing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, culture preparation, cytology, Gastrointestinal/Gall Bladder Examination, Microscopic, Minor Surgical, ovum and parasite examination, polypectomy.


          • Prepare solutions and surgical tissue specimens. Centrifuge or filter and separate specimens. Dilute specimens. Prepare control slides, clean procedure rooms and work area. Pick up; deliver other specimens to and from laboratory. Assemble and disassemble equipment and instruments.

          • Ensure equipment is available for procedures and examinations. Adjust equipment in preparation for and during procedures. Check emergency equipment. Prepare procedures and exam rooms. Select and set out appropriate tubings and sterile supplies. Set up instruments and surgical trays. Maintain sterilized supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures. Decontaminate equipment. Removed and inventory equipment and supplies after surgical procedures. Soak instrument. Notify coordinator/charge for repair of equipment. Equipment may include Computer, Washing and Cleaning supplies, closed circuit TV - GI video. Others are heat probe, colonoscope, photographic and related equipment. Inspect equipment and instruments for damage. Maintain equipment in good working order. Perform minor adjustments and/or repairs on equipment. Replace expendable parts on equipment. Test equipment. Notify coordinator/charge for equipment and supplies. Dispose of used syringes and contaminated materials. Inventory equipment and supplies. Replenish supplies and equipment.


          • Orient and train new or less experienced personnel. Attend conferences, meetings and in-service training programs. Serve as resource person to co-workers by answering procedural questions and assisting in problem solving. Answer telephones and take messages. Conduct in-service training. Assume other activities and responsibilities form time to time as directed. Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibility and applicable state, federal and local laws. Exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers; shows courtesy, compassion, and respect; conforms to the critical service standards established for the department and the medical group.


          • Promotes, ensures, and improves customer service to internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organizations philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service. Performs other related duties as required.


          • Age Related Competencies Skills assessments and validations are utilized to ensure that employees providing patient care to specific age groups (i.e. infants, adolescents, elderly, etc.) are proficient in identifying the special needs and behaviors associated with a particular patient population.
          Basic Qualifications:

          Experience

          • Six (6) months recent (within the past 3 years) experience in a GI/Pulmonary setting required, knowledge of GI procedures & equipment, consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, & behaviors necessary to provide superior & culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, & to customers, contracted providers, & vendors.


          Education

          • If unable to fill w/ experienced GI LVN, will consider a trainee w/ a minimum of 1 year recent LVN experience in an acute/ambulatory care setting.

          License, Certification, Registration

          • Vocational Nurse License (California)

          • Basic Life Support

          • I.V. Certification

          Additional Requirements:

          • N/A

          Preferred Qualifications:

          • GI Experience Preferred.

          Notes:

          • LVN License, BLS & IV Certificate

          • This position requires traveling Position will cover Riverside Medical Center and Murrieta MOB II

          • Standby is required Sun-Mon

          • Will orient any and all new employees Part-time variable


          Primary Location: California,Riverside,Riverside Medical Offices 2
          Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
          Shift: Day
          Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
          Working Hours Start: 07:00 AM
          Working Hours End: 05:30 PM
          Job Schedule: Full-time
          Job Type: Standard
          Worker Location: Onsite
          Employee Status: Regular
          Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B07|IBT|Local 166
          Job Level: Individual Contributor
          Department: Riverside Med Center - Gastroenterology-Reg Clinic - 0806
          Pay Range: $32.94 - $36.33 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
          Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time
          On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

          Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Created: 2024-06-22
Reference: 1263817
Country: United States
State: California
City: Riverside
ZIP: 92508

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Number of Employees: 304220