Blood Gas Technician

Intermountain Health

2d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Blood Gas Technician independently performs laboratory tests on patients in all hospital areas. The tests conducted, samples obtained, and test results will be handled in a manner consistent with laboratory policies and procedures. Provides care appropriate to the following specialty age groups: infant, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric in settings ranging from Intensive Care to Outpatient. Posting Specifics Shift Details: Part-time, 12 hours/week, Shift is Wednesday night 1900-0700 and On call day shift 0700-1900 and Friday night 1900-0700 Department: Respiratory Therapy, Intermountain Medical Center

Requirements

• High school diploma as required by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and College of American Pathologists (CAP).
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated experience working in health-care setting
• The ability to read labels
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize a full range of movement to position patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• The technician needs to walk and assist with positioning patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
• The technician is often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended time.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and performs a variety of laboratory tests and services critical to the clinical management of patients.
• Clearly explain the procedure to the patient, including a brief description of the reason for the test.
• Obtains and analyzes samples from the patient safely, accurately, and proficiently.
• Ensures the quality of the laboratory results reported.
• Recognizes sample error conditions and responds appropriately to instrument problems.
• Records readings and transfers data to patient files using standard procedure.
• Properly calibrate instruments and maintain the machines used in the laboratory following federal and certifying agent (CAP) regulations.
• Calls and documents all critical values.

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees