GI Assistant

                                                           PRN (as needed), days, 10 hour shifts

Responsibilities:

Assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs but does not start or administer intravenous fluids Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed Documents patient interactions as needed Performs a variety of tasks Works under general supervision A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred Current CNA registration with the State of Idaho, current Certified Medical Assistant, or current Surgical Technician certification required Knowledge of Sterile Techniques Comply with ethical, professional and legal standards inherent in patient care and professional conduct, e.g., patient’s bill of rights BLS required

 

Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs. Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position Typical equipment used in a clinical job Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend Must be able to push, pull or transport heavy equipment Must be able to assist in patient transfer

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more

 

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

 

Apply today! Please reach out to Katie at krauch@kh.org. You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.

 

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.