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Position Number: 1736409
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

GI Physiology Technologist

Job Opening ID: 181726
Work Location: Michigan Medicine - Health Sys
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Organizational Group: Um Hospital
Department: UMH Med Proc Unit - Tech
Posting Begin/End Date: 12/09/2019 12/16/2019
Salary:
Paid Time Off: Yes
Career Interest: Patient Care Services

Job Summary

The GI (Gastrointestinal) Physiology Technologist provides GI diagnostic testing for a diverse patient population (neonates to geriatric), location (laboratory to operating room), and patient status (outpatient to inpatient). This wide spectrum entails a diverse technical acumen to perform, acquire, and edit high quality GI diagnostic testing. Additionally, assists in clinical research and bio-medical engineering projects.

Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:

Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.
Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings.

Responsibilities*

Essential:

Performs a wide range of GI tests and procedures ensuring that proper technical practices are employed according to accepted standards and procedures.
Provides proper maintenance, assembly, handling and techniques of specialty instrumentation.
Meets with patient and parents to explain GI testing procedures.
Prepares equipment and supplies for Hydrogen Breath Tests, Manometric tests (Esophageal, Small Bowel, Colon, and Anorectal), pH probes (Standard, Wireless pH, Impedance), capsule studies (Video Capsule Endoscopy, Patency, and Wireless Motility Capsule), and additional aspiratory studies.
Tests and calibrates all equipment to be used during the GI procedures to ensure accurate functioning.
Conducts and/or participates in formal in-service programs regarding the care of the GI patient.
Educates patients and their families in various testing and treatment methods.
Collects, documents, and reports specific data to appropriate medical provider.
Completes appropriate paperwork to assure accurate hospital and physician billing.
Tracks and orders disposable and reusable inventory necessary for the day-to-day operations of the GI Physiology and Manometry Laboratory.
Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
Participates in the orientation of all new staff as assigned.
Participates in staff development through in-service education programs, conference and research projects.

RELATED DUTIES

Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General supervision is received from a physician or other designated official.

SUPERVISION EXCERCISED

Functional supervision may be exercised over students, Genetic Counselors, and support staff.

Required Qualifications*

A Bachelor's degree in Biological/Health Sciences or healthcare field is required.
One year of patient care experience is required.
Strong communication skills, including written and verbal communication is required.
Ability to work in computer systems is required
Previous experience working in a medical charting system is desirable.
Previous clinical laboratory experience is desirable.
Previous intubation experience is desirable
Demonstrated proficiency with venipuncture including starting IV's is desirable.
Coursework or experience with statistics is desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires frequent standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Work Locations
Traveling to other GI Lab locations will be required, periodically. (NHC & BCSC)

Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

To apply, visit https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/181726/gi_physiology_technologist