Critical Care Tech

CommonSpirit Health • Pueblo, CO

23h

About The Position

The Critical Care Tech performs direct and indirect patient care in collaboration with an RN or physician, supporting patients’ physical and emotional needs. The role works with the healthcare team to provide person-centered care and help meet daily patient and family goals. Duties also include placing orders, receiving and stocking department supplies, and assisting support staff with filing, medical records, and assigned daily tasks. The position requires accurate and timely documentation and confidential maintenance of patient charts and records, as well as effective use of clinical strategies to support patient and associate safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Emergency Medical Technician Certificate and IV Therapy Certificate, or EMTA, EMTI, or Paramedic Certificate.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including empathetic interaction with patients and effective collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

• One year of healthcare experience in prehospital care, an emergency department, and/or patient care.
• Relevant certification or experience as a Critical Care Tech, CNA, or medical assistant, ideally in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly with the RN and physician about patient and family observations, and report concerns about patient-related hazards or errors to the healthcare team.
• Perform technical tasks such as IV insertion, splinting, and wound care as directed by an RN or physician and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Provide person-centered care with sensitivity and respect, collaborating with team members to support patient and family goals.
• Document tasks, observations, and procedures accurately and promptly in the patient record according to medical and legal standards.
• Maintain patient charts and records thoroughly and confidentially.
• Use clinical strategies effectively to promote patient and associate safety.
• Collaborate with medicine, nursing, and other healthcare professionals regarding the patient’s plan of care, follow-up, and evaluation.
• Place orders, receive and stock department supplies, and assist support staff with filing, medical records, and assigned daily tasks.

What This Job Offers

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