Gi Lab Tech Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Summary

The GI Lab Technician supports basic endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy and EGD, using video endoscopes and specialized equipment. This role assists physicians and registered nurses in patient care, specimen collection, room preparation, and endoscope reprocessing to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality care for patients undergoing gastrointestinal procedures.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and Maintain Procedure Rooms

• Set up and break down procedure rooms and equipment before and after each case

• Clean and disinfect work surfaces in accordance with infection prevention standards

• Consistently utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Assist During Endoscopic Procedures

• Support physicians and registered nurses during endoscopic procedures using Endo therapy techniques

• Assist with specimen collection and handling

• Transport patients to and from procedure, pre-op, and post-op areas

• Assist with patient positioning, turning, and safety throughout procedures

• Support application of monitoring equipment, oxygen delivery, and suctioning under RN supervision

• Follow all PPE and safety protocols

• Support Pre- and Post-Procedure Care

• Assist with preparation and cleaning of procedure carts

• Escort discharged patients via wheelchair

• Support collection of vital signs and urine specimens under supervision

• Endoscope Reprocessing

• Perform pre-cleaning, manual cleaning, and high-level disinfection of endoscopes and accessories

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and infection control standards

• Stocking and General Support (5%)

• Deliver laboratory specimens to the lab

• Stock supplies, linens, and equipment in work areas

• Maintain organization of procedural areas

• Perform errands such as transporting equipment across departments

• Quality, Safety & Service Excellence

• Adhere to patient safety standards and reduce risk of harm

• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives

• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and service excellence through clear communication and collaboration

• Patient Care Excellence

• Provide compassionate, individualized care across diverse patient populations

• Demonstrate competency in caring for patients across all age groups (infancy through geriatrics)

• Recognize and respond to patient needs, including those with special requirements

What You Will Need

• Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent

• Preferred: Additional training through work experience or education

• Experience

• Required: 1–2 years of related healthcare or clinical experience

• Preferred: 3–5 years of experience in a clinical or GI lab setting

• Certifications

• Required: CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification

• Preferred: Gastroenterology Technical Specialist (SGNA)

• Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes

• Ability to work independently on routine tasks with guidance for complex assignments

• Effective communication and teamwork skills

• Knowledge of infection control, patient safety, and clinical protocols

• Physical ability to assist with patient transport, positioning, and equipment handling

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.16 - $28.14 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits:

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran