Job Description

GI Lab Tech (261336)

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 DETAILSDepartment: GI Diagnostic Lab

FTE: 0.8 (64 hours per pay period)

Workdays: Weekdays

Shift(s): Days

Shift Length: 8 hours

Location: In-PersonPurpose 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 roomEnsures safe handling while transferring patients from cart to the operating room tableEnsures equipment and supplies are clean and operableObserves 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 procedureVerify patient identification, collect information regarding prep and ride prior to procedureTakes and records patient’s vital signs, blood sugar, and discontinues IVs per nursing protocol or physician’s orderConducts POC testing every morningPerforms accurate documentation in EHR and provation. Ability to add staff and procedures into epic and provationAbility to set-up, pre- clean, and handle scopes per policyKeeps the procedure room/travel cart organized, neat and orderly, stocked, and notifies the correct individual when supplies are lowCollaborates with physicians, anesthesia staff, and nurses to place patient in optimal position depending on procedure, sedation, and current health status of patientCan demonstrate the ability to safely work with patients who have an advanced airwayAbility to assist physicians and medical staffing during procedures that require fluoroscopyMonitor and ensure radiation safety measures are strictly adhered to for patients and all staff in procedure/OR roomDemonstrates comprehensive knowledge of GI procedures and instrumentationDemonstrates 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 physicianKeeps up to date on new procedures and equipment and communicates changes to other staffEnsures patient safety by utilizing equipment properly and follows direction of gastroenterology physicianCollects specimens under the direct supervision of the GI physician and follows the HHC process for specimen collectionDemonstrates and understands clean and sterile techniques and at which times they should be usedDemonstrates ability to set up travel/procedural cart outside of the GI lab independently and follows direction from nurse or physician during procedure processOperates specific GI lab equipment in the way they have been trained to use itIdentify and reports instruments are equipment that need maintenancePerforms troubleshooting process for scopes and all equipment in the GI labGathers equipment for cleaning and sterilization and transports to decontamination roomKnowledgeable and performs safe infection control practices, including good hand hygiene, standard precautions, cleaning of equipment, and wears proper PPECollaborates with team, seeks timely advice. Gives and accepts feedback to ensure safe patient carePerforms effective communication and follows directions in high acuity environmentsUnderstand patient flow and prioritize care of patient using GI lab status boardAbility to adapt to frequent changes in role dependent on the flow of the labAssists RNs with duties as delegatedCollaborates with healthcare teams effectively to ensure efficient workflow during proceduresPursues professional growth and developmentCleans procedural, and pre post op rooms and equipment appropriatelyProvides age and culturally appropriate careOrients and mentors new staff membersPerforms all responsibilities/duties required to ensure patient safetyAdminister BLS support techniques using the patient care protocol and accepted standards of patient care

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum of 3 years previous experience in a patient care settingPrevious experience in a high acuity inpatient area or procedural areaCurrent Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)Preferred Qualifications:Endoscopy certified preferred offered by the SGNAPrevious GI experience preferredGraduate of an accredited: Surgical Tech, Endoscopy tech, or Instrument tech programACLS Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Customer service abilities including effective listening skillsAbility to receive and accept feedback to ensure patient careAdaptable to constant change in flowPrioritization of patient care and detail orientatedCollaborates as a team with all health care professionalsAbility to remain calm in stressful situationsA willingness to learn new procedures and processesAbility 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. Total Rewards Package:

We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

Primary Location

: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus

Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.80 (64 hours per pay period)

Shift Detail: Day

Job Level

: Staff

Employee Status

: Regular

Eligible for Benefits: Yes

Union/Non Union: Union

Min: $23.72

Max: $32.49

Job Posting

: Sep-22-2026