Job Description

Job Summary
Michigan Medicine's GI Physiology and Manometry Laboratory is recognized by the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society as a leading center for Gastro-Intestinal Motility and Neurogastroenterology clinical training. This laboratory is used as the standard for developing and expanding motility operations at external academic centers. The GI Physiology and Manometry Laboratory offers comprehensive diagnostic testing to evaluate the entire gastro-intestinal tract (https://www.med.umich.edu/gi/patients/mpu.htm).


The GI 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, the technologist position assists in clinical research and bio-medical engineering projects. On-the-job training will be provided to assist in developing the skills necessary to be successful in this position.



Responsibilities*
Performs technical skill duties in all 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.
Fills out 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.
Additional Responsibilities
On-Call Coverage
Additional duties as assigned


What You'll Do
Perform GI Physiology Laboratory diagnostic tests independently involving bacterial presence and carbohydrate fermentation and pressure/video capsule imaging within a laboratory setting in non-sedated adult and pediatric patients.
Perform anorectal and esophageal manometrics and pH testing independently within a laboratory setting in non-sedated adult and pediatric patients.
Perform GI Physiology Laboratory and Manometry/pH testing independently within an inpatient adult and pediatric population.
Perform GI Physiology Laboratory and Manometry/pH testing independently within procedure and operating room settings in adult and pediatric patients.
Ambulatory: This section pertains to competency in performing GI Physiology Laboratory bench and manometry testing. This type of testing is performed at all three GI Physiology Laboratory locations.
Hydrogen Breath Testing (HBT): A test to evaluate for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and carbohydrate malabsorption.
Urea Breath Testing: A test to detect Helicobacter pylori infection either diagnostically or eradication post treatment.
Colonic Transit Testing: A test to measure colonic transit time using radio-opaque markers. This test requires GPT to conduct an educational presentation describing how to perform the test at home.
Video Capsule Endoscopy: A test utilizing a wireless capsule to collect images of the small intestine designed to evaluate reasons for gastro-intestinal bleeding.
Patency Capsule: A test using a dissolvable capsule to determine if non-dissolvable capsules may safely traverse through the stomach and small intestine.
Colon Video Capsule Endoscopy: A non-invasive test using images collected by a non-dissolvable wireless capsule to assess for suspected colonic diseases.
Electrogastrogram: A test assessing electrical signals traveling through the stomach muscles.
Anorectal Manometry and Balloon Expulsion Testing: A test to assess motor function of the anorectum and rectal sensations.
Esophageal Manometry: A test to assess motor function of the upper and lower esophageal sphincters along with evaluating esophageal body metrics.
Impedance 24 pH Testing: A test detecting reflux activity, categorizing events as acidic or non-acidic. Additionally, a symptom association profile is calculated determining the statistical rigor of reflux events


Required Qualifications*
A Bachelors degree in Biological/Health Sciences or related field.
One year of patient care experience
Desired Qualifications*
Previous experience working in a medical charting system is preferred.
Clinical laboratory experience.
Intubation experience.
Proficiency with venipuncture including starting IVs.
Coursework or experience with statistics.
Ability to move equipment, approximately 20 pounds, and patients.
Strong communication skills, including written and verbal communication.
Ability to work in computer systems.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail skills.
Ability to work with a well diverse patient and clinical population.