Critical Care Technician Lead

SpecialtyCare Associate Referral Program•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Passionate, driven people dedicated to making a difference in healthcare, is that you? If so, we are offering full time positions with very competitive wages and guaranteed hours! Join the winning team! SpecialtyCare continues to grow and we’d like you to grow with us. Our clinicians and technicians participate in over 350,000 surgeries each year in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. We serve more than 1,000 hospitals and support more than 13,000 surgeons. By participating in such a large number of surgeries and by working with world-class surgeons, we are the most experienced provider of outsourced clinical services in the industry. We are always interested in building our team by hiring and training smart, dedicated people who share our values and our commitment to excellence. SpecialtyCare is a National Company, based in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for patient-care experience in the fast-paced environment of a hospital. You’ll work in a variety of areas within hospitals including: OR, ICU, and procedural areas. As a crucial member of the medical staff team, you’ll provide care for patients undergoing surgery or requiring critical care

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
College degree or certificate preferred.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification (CPR)
Three (3) to five (5) years of directly relatable clinical experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience, acceptable.
Proof of immunizations or other health testing (where required).
Able to use a computer for billing, quality indicators entry and inventory management.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to build meaningful and long-term relationships.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Exceptional ability to speak clearly, write and understand English.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in new or unfamiliar emergency situations.
Ability to multitask and adapt as required.
Ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment.
Possesses a sense of urgency.
Ability to solve problems logically and efficiently.
Ability to provide feedback and coaching of others.
Strong knowledge of the business and various services provided.

Responsibilities

Read, and understand then enforce team adherence to all required policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines according to company and local protocol.
Serve as the local point person to answer questions and provide knowledge for other team members with lesser experience.
Work with Clinical Manager to provide feedback regarding clinical competencies and evaluations at direction of clinical Manager.
Routinely review inventory levels, equipment condition and general supply needs.
Submit purchase orders to replenish supplies as needed.
Facilitate inventory “hard count” as directed by Clinical Manager or required by policy.
Adjust daily schedule, cases, and assignments for local team members.
Assist Clinical Manager as needed – including but not limited to: Blood management competencies and audits Inventory management Billing coordination Continuing education opportunities for team
Provide input to the Clinical Manager regarding team performance, and concerns regarding team operations.
May participate in appropriate hospital committees for demonstration of quality (e.g. blood management and process/outcome improvement).
Assist surgical staff (Physician, Nurses, Anesthesiologist, etc) during procedures by performing any of the following:
Transporting patients to/from various hospital procedures
Autologous Blood Processing – CardioPAT and Cell Saver
Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma Processing
Autologous Bone Marrow Aspirate Processing
Assisting with Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion and console troubleshooting
Set-up and obtain equipment needed for the following procedures, including but not limited to:
Invasive Lines: Swan Ganz, Central Lines, Arterial Lines
Nerve Blocks
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump use
Non-Invasive monitoring devices (e.g. ClearSite)
Impella use
Operation of and assistance with training for Point of Care Laboratory Testing Devices (POCT)
Troubleshoot device inconsistencies per contract.
Collect and report quality improvement data as requested.
Complete and submit all required documentation accurately and timely.
Notify appropriate person(s)/department(s) when problems develop with equipment and/or personnel as established in SpecialtyCare protocols and policies.
Clean equipment at end of each case and appropriately dispose of all refuse.
Prepare equipment for upcoming case(s)
Informs appropriate individuals of inventory level, equipment condition, and general needs.
Effectively operate equipment
Prepares and operates equipment within SpecialtyCare, hospital, manufacturer and federal guidelines.
Performs quality control and basic troubleshooting as needed.
Promptly reports all equipment problems to appropriate source.
Performs activities related to critical care procedures
Ensures a safe and sterile environment for the patient.
Practices aseptic technique, maintains sterile field and reports/corrects any breaks in sterile technique.
Prepares the equipment, or supplies and competently assists the physician during procedures.
Follows all SpeciatlyCare policies and procedures or hospital protocols.
Ensures safe environment for patients and staff
Protects self and others from injury by using equipment per manufacturer and department guidelines.
Uses transfer lifts, transport equipment and body mechanics to protect from injury.
Practices good habits of radiation safety.
Other duties as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.