ED Advanced Clinical Technician Nights

Thomas Jefferson University • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the Advanced Clinical Technician provides designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction and supervision of licensed clinical team members. As the highest level of technical role within acute nursing services, this position demonstrates advanced clinical competency, required certifications, and the ability to perform complex patient care activities in support of diverse patient populations across approved specialty care departments within Jefferson Health.

The Advanced Clinical Technician serves as a clinical resource to the care team, applying critical thinking and prioritization within the scope of the role, supporting safe and efficient unit operations, and assisting with onboarding and skill development of team members. The role contributes to high-quality care by promoting best practices and addressing patients’ and families’ physiological, emotional, and social needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of acute care, clinical experience, or experience in a like patient setting.
• BLS—Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs, and the role of the interprofessional team.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within the scope of the role, including advanced skills.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene and the ability to apply it to patients’ daily needs.
• Knowledge of risks faced by patients in healthcare settings and ways to reduce those risks.
• Ability to convey respect and collaborate with patients, families, and designated care partners.
• Ability to connect effectively and convey respect to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques, and ability to transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication behaviors.
• Ability to use partnership-oriented language and engage patients and families in their health and healthcare.
• Ability to lift and carry 40–50 lbs.; push or pull patients on beds or stretchers, including a stated 29-lb. push force; and perform lateral transfers involving up to 50 lbs. of the patient’s weight.
• Frequent to continuous standing and walking; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift. Patient care providers may need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR.

Nice To Haves

• PA EMT, CNA, PCT, or MA credential.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with the interprofessional team, patients, families, and designated care partners to support care delivery and patient flow.
• Perform designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of licensed clinical team members in approved specialty care departments, demonstrating clinical competency and efficiency.
• Perform a broader range of patient care activities and technical skills aligned with training, certification, and department needs, within the defined scope of the role.
• Use critical thinking to recognize and communicate changes in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately to licensed clinical team members.
• Support patient safety initiatives by following established protocols, identifying potential risks, and contributing to a safe patient care environment.
• Assist with coordinating care activities and patient throughput to support efficient unit operations.
• Maintain required certifications and competencies, develop skills, and adhere to best practices.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to new or less experienced team members, without formal supervisory responsibility.
• Help maintain supplies, equipment, and readiness of the clinical environment.
• Perform duties as a virtual safety associate or in other support roles when assigned based on department or campus needs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
• Supplemental insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance
• Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
• Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time, per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED