Critical Care Technician- FT DAY

Critical Care Technician

Do you have experience working in a hospital and want to grow into a profession that makes a positive impact Do you thrive on diverse teams We are looking for a dynamic team-player who believes that collaboration communication and compassion drive service. At Ellis Medicine the countys premier healthcare provider we are committed to these values and work every day to meet the health and wellness needs of our community with excellence. If this describes you then we want to speak to you about our Critical Care Technician position.

WHAT WILL I GET AT ELLIS MEDICINE

• Comprehensive and affordable Health Dental and Vision insurance that starts on DAY ONE!
• Generous paid time off to support a work-life balance including six paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Retirement plan in the form of a 401(3b) with company match after longevity.
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account allowing you to set aside pretax dollars to better care for your health and the health of your loved ones.
• Free yearlong unlimited CDTA Navigator Pass including free CDTA bike share program.
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-paid Life Insurance

Job Summary:

Assists professional staff under RN supervision ensuring patient safety care and comfort in a critical care environment. Performs direct and indirect patient care clinical tasks cardiac monitoring and unit support functions. May assist in emergency/code situations and provide one-to-one observation when needed. Assist patients with Bathing Bedding Toileting and Dressing

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO BE A CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Healthcare terminology/coursework preferred.
• BLS certification preferred.
• Previous hospital/critical care experience strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Should be able to push/pull/lift/move 2535 lbs.
• Perform manual tasks and data entry.
• Sit squat walk and stand for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to communicate in English.

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS A CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Key Behaviors:

• Communication: Listen to understand before looking to be understood.
• Collaboration: Deliver outstanding service ensuring that safety comes first.
• Compassion: Serve every person with empathy dignity and compassion.

Responsibilities:

• Safety: Prevent falls report hazards check equipment.
• Patient Care: Assist with hygiene ADL devices skin care positioning toileting and catheter care.
• Cardiac Monitoring: Perform EKGs and continuous cardiac rhythm observation; identify and report critical changes.
• Clinical Procedures: Obtain and document vital signs blood glucose and I&O; collect specimens.
• Mobility Support: Assist with positioning transfers ambulation and range of motion exercises.
• Feeding & Nutrition: Assist with feeding and tube feeding setup; record intake/output.
• 1:1 Observation: Ensure patient safety through close supervision and timely communication with RN.
• Clerical Tasks: Answer phones record care activities support unit organization.
• Emergency Response: Respond to Code 10 and Code Blue situations and assist with CPR.
• Infection Control: Follow all procedures related to exposure control PPE and equipment cleaning.
• Environmental Maintenance: Stock supplies maintain clean patient areas and transport patients/specimens.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will prohibit discrimination on the basis of race creed color religion sex/gender (including pregnancy) age national origin disability (including pregnancy-related conditions) genetic information predisposition or carrier status military or veteran status prior arrest or conviction record marital or familial status sexual orientation transgender status gender identity gender expression reproductive health decisions domestic violence victim status known relationship or association with any member of a protected class and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal state and where applicable local laws reproductive health decisions or source of payment consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.

Salary Range:$16.63 - $24.11/hour Pay is based on experience skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.