Critical Care Tech - Specialty Recovery (PRN)

Intermountain Health

6d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Critical Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner in the Critical Care and Emergency Department settings. They assist the patient care team in performing various tasks and procedures for critically ill patients or patients requiring special skills or observation. They act under the direction and supervision of appropriate licensed clinical personnel.

Requirements

Current C.N.A. Certification in the state of Utah. -OR- EMT or Paramedic Certification in the state of Utah. -OR- Medical Assistant (MA) Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
High School diploma or GED in compliance with CLIA regulations.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
One year of patient care experience, preferably in a hospital setting.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience as a C.N.A. or EMT.
Experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Responds to patient care needs by answering call lights, assisting with hygiene care, obtaining vital signs, and communicating effectively with the care team.
Performs 12-lead EKG duties and other tasks within the level of training and competency.
Applies, checks, and documents restraints as directed by RN or physician.
Assists with patient transfers, admissions, and discharges, ensuring safe patient handling.
Orders and maintains office and patient care floor stock/supplies and performs unit secretary duties.
Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner and quickly secures assistance for changes in patient condition.
Assists with emergency resuscitation, set-up for line insertion, and retrieval of supplies and equipment.
Provides excellent customer service to patients and families, ensuring their requests are met promptly.
Recognizes and completes unit and patient care needs with minimal supervision, collaborating with RNs and the interdisciplinary team.
Adheres to infection prevention standards and promotes the mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health.