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Gi Lab Tech Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

GI Technician Performs technical skills and aids GI physicians, Registered Nurses, anesthesia personnel, and other professionals in the GI lab, Operating Room, and other areas of the hospital as ...

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RN - GI Lab

Anoka, MN · On-site

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GI Endoscopy (GI Lab) is a procedural department. The broad patient population, including both ... At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

RN GI Lab - PRN

Anoka, MN

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MERCY HOSPITAL ST LOUIS GI LAB -PRN Registered Nurse Overview: GI Endoscopy (GI Lab) is a ... At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

Nurse Manager - GI Lab

Anoka, MN · On-site

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GI Lab Status: Full-Time - 40 hours/week - Salary Exempt Qualifications: * Education: Graduate of ... At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

Registered Nurse - GI Lab (FT, Days)

Anoka, MN

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GI Lab Status: Full-Time - 40 hours/week Shift: Days + Additional call hours to include evenings ... At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

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Digestive Health Technician (FT, Days)

Anoka, MN

$38K - $50K/yr

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GI Lab Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week Shift: Days Qualifications: * Experience: Prior work with ... At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

Registered Nurse - Mercy Diagnostic Flex Team

Anoka, MN · On-site

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GI Lab * ASU * Imaging Services Mercy Hospital St. Louis 615 S New Ballas Rd Saint Louis, MO 63141 ... At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

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How much do gi lab tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for gi lab tech in Minnesota is $22.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.88 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a GI Lab Tech?

To become a GI Lab Tech, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by completing a post-secondary program in medical laboratory technology or a related field. Certification or licensure may be required depending on the state or employer, and familiarity with endoscopic equipment and laboratory procedures is essential.

What is the difference between Gi Lab Tech vs MRI Technologist?

Gi Lab TechMRI Technologist
Certifications: Phlebotomy, CLS or equivalent, specialized training in laboratory proceduresCertifications: ARRT MRI, state licensing, specialized MRI training
Work Environment: Clinical laboratories, hospitals, diagnostic labsImaging departments, hospitals, outpatient imaging centers
Job Duties: Collecting blood samples, preparing specimens, lab testingPerforming MRI scans, patient positioning, image acquisition

While both roles require healthcare certifications and work in medical settings, Gi Lab Techs focus on laboratory testing and blood collection, whereas MRI Technologists operate imaging equipment to produce diagnostic images. Each role serves distinct functions within healthcare but shares a common goal of patient diagnosis and care.

What is a GI Lab Tech?

GI Lab Techs, or Gastrointestinal Laboratory Technicians, are healthcare professionals who assist in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the digestive system. They prepare and maintain endoscopic equipment, assist physicians during procedures like colonoscopies and upper GI endoscopies, and ensure patient safety and comfort. GI Lab Techs also handle specimen collection, maintain sterile environments, and may provide education to patients about procedures. Their work is essential for the smooth operation of GI labs and successful patient outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by GI Lab Techs in their daily work?

GI Lab Techs often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of procedures, adapting to rapidly changing schedules, and maintaining strict infection control standards. They must stay focused in a fast-paced environment, ensuring patient safety and supporting physicians during endoscopic procedures. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as GI Lab Techs regularly collaborate with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a GI Lab Tech?

A GI Lab Tech needs a solid understanding of endoscopic procedures, sterile techniques, and anatomy, often supported by a healthcare certificate or associate degree in a related field. Familiarity with endoscopy equipment, cleaning protocols, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure safe, efficient procedures, accurate documentation, and effective support for physicians and patients during GI procedures.
Infographic showing various Gi Lab Tech job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,899 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

GI Lab Tech - Casual

Hennepin Healthcare

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

190th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.
Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.
JOB DETAILS
Department: GI Diagnostic Lab
FTE: Casual
Workdays: Monday - Friday
Shift(s): Days
Shift Length: 8 hours
Purpose of this position: Performs technical skills and aids GI physicians, Registered Nurses, anesthesia personnel and other professionals in the GI lab, Operating Room, and other areas of the hospital as assigned. The GI Technician will perform skills and use critical thinking to assist the GI physician with assisting in procedural interventions. They will set up and take down supplies/equipment in the GI lab, Operating room, and other areas of the hospital. The technician will assist with procedures such as; EGD, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, ERCP, EUS, and PEG placement. The technician will pre-clean endoscopes and use proper handling of endoscopy scopes. The technician will chart in EHR/ Provation, scheduling cases, coordinating, and communicating information related to GI procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Safely escorts or transports patients on foot, cart, or wheelchair to and from procedures in the outpatient GI lab and inpatient setting operating room
  • Ensures safe handling while transferring patients from cart to the operating room table
  • Ensures equipment and supplies are clean and operable
  • Observes patients' physical condition and communicates any changes or pertinent information related to the patients' health to the RN or physician, before, during or after the procedure
  • Verify patient identification, collect information regarding prep and ride prior to procedure
  • Takes and records patient's vital signs, blood sugar, and discontinues IVs per nursing protocol or physician's order
  • Conducts POC testing every morning
  • Performs accurate documentation in EHR and provation. Ability to add staff and procedures into epic and provation
  • Ability to set-up, pre- clean, and handle scopes per policy
  • Keeps the procedure room/travel cart organized, neat and orderly, stocked, and notifies the correct individual when supplies are low
  • Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia staff, and nurses to place patient in optimal position depending on procedure, sedation, and current health status of patient
  • Can demonstrate the ability to safely work with patients who have an advanced airway
  • Ability to assist physicians and medical staffing during procedures that require fluoroscopy
  • Monitor and ensure radiation safety measures are strictly adhered to for patients and all staff in procedure/OR room
  • Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of GI procedures and instrumentation
  • Demonstrates selecting appropriate tools needed for general GI procedures and high acuity procedures and can operate tools that are needed for interventions under the direct supervision of the GI physician
  • Keeps up to date on new procedures and equipment and communicates changes to other staff
  • Ensures patient safety by utilizing equipment properly and follows direction of gastroenterology physician
  • Collects specimens under the direct supervision of the GI physician and follows the HHC process for specimen collection
  • Demonstrates and understands clean and sterile techniques and at which times they should be used
  • Demonstrates ability to set up travel/procedural cart outside of the GI lab independently and follows direction from nurse or physician during procedure process
  • Operates specific GI lab equipment in the way they have been trained to use it
  • Identify and reports instruments are equipment that need maintenance
  • Performs troubleshooting process for scopes and all equipment in the GI lab
  • Gathers equipment for cleaning and sterilization and transports to decontamination room
  • Knowledgeable and performs safe infection control practices, including good hand hygiene, standard precautions, cleaning of equipment, and wears proper PPE
  • Collaborates with team, seeks timely advice. Gives and accepts feedback to ensure safe patient care
  • Performs effective communication and follows directions in high acuity environments
  • Understand patient flow and prioritize care of patient using GI lab status board
  • Ability to adapt to frequent changes in role dependent on the flow of the lab
  • Assists RNs with duties as delegated
  • Collaborates with healthcare teams effectively to ensure efficient workflow during procedures
  • Pursues professional growth and development
  • Cleans procedural, and pre post op rooms and equipment appropriately
  • Provides age and culturally appropriate care
  • Orients and mentors new staff members
  • Performs all responsibilities/duties required to ensure patient safety
  • Administer BLS support techniques using the patient care protocol and accepted standards of patient care

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 3 years previous experience in a patient care setting
  • Previous experience in a high acuity inpatient area or procedural area
  • Current Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 1 year experience working in a GI clinic
  • Endoscopy certified preferred offered by the SGNA
  • Previous GI experience preferred
  • Graduate of an accredited: Surgical Tech, Endoscopy tech, or Instrument tech program
  • ACLS

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
  • Customer service abilities including effective listening skills
  • Ability to receive and accept feedback to ensure patient care
  • Adaptable to constant change in flow
  • Prioritization of patient care and detail orientated
  • Collaborates as a team with all health care professionals
  • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
  • A willingness to learn new procedures and processes
  • Ability to use critical thinking skills to assist the GI physician in providing high quality patient care

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

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