Clinical Technician 1 Ortho Surgical Unit

Inova • Alexandria, VA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Inova Alexandria Hospital is seeking a dedicated Clinical Technician for its Ortho Surgical Unit. This is a full-time, night shift position (7PM – 7:30AM), requiring three 12-hour shifts per week with varying days, and candidates must be available to work any day when scheduled. A paid 6-week training period is mandatory. Inova is recognized as a national healthcare leader in safety, quality, and patient experience, and a top employer in the D.C. metro area and nationally. Inova is Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider, with over 26,000 team members delivering world-class healthcare. The organization is committed to supporting its employees through best-in-class facilities and professional development. Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer, ensuring consideration for employment without discrimination based on various protected characteristics.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• BLS within 90 days of hire (from the American Heart Association).
• Candidate must be able to attend a 6 week training.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Patient Care Experience in a similar unit/facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Provides basic activities of daily living nursing care (e.g. bathing and feeding) and measurement of vital signs and intake/output.
• Demonstrates competency in all required clinical skills and technologies in accordance with Inova Health System policies and procedures.
• Completes assigned patient duties within the established time frame.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development in providing care for the patient population assigned.
• Completes necessary documentation accurately and reinforces discharge teaching and home care skills.
• Communicates changes in patient status to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
• Partners with Registered Nurse to create a professional development plan to provide employee with the necessary skills to deliver up to date patient care.
• Performs phlebotomy, starting and removing IV’s, and other clinical skills, which will be included in initial 6-weeks of training.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees