Interventional Pain Technician

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Oshkosh, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist with interventional pain management procedures, prefer CNA or MA background. This is a part-time position with hours typically from 7am-3:30pm, Monday through Thursday. No holidays or weekends are involved. The role involves assisting with various interventional pain management procedures and requires the ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate for the age of the patients served, including understanding growth and development principles.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• High School Graduate.
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in patient care that includes experiences in administering injections, IV insertions and knowledge of prescription medications and dosage instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to: -Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to: -Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

Nice To Haves

• CNA or MA background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs and/or assists in surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including epidural steroid injections, neuro stimulator electrode implants, trigger point injections, lumbar sympathetic blocks, regional IV administrations, epidural catheter insertions, radio frequency ablations (RFA's), nerve injections with neurolysis, discographies, vertebralplasties and kyphoplasties.
• Performs point of care testing and records results.
• Monitors patient's vital signs before, during, and after procedures.
• Organizes and prepares procedure room ensuring proper sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Provides basic instructions and answers patient's questions prior to procedures.
• Refers complex questions to RN's or physicians.
• Maintains working knowledge of all procedural equipment in the department and conducts routine maintenance suggested by the manufacturer and outlined in department policies and procedures.
• Processes patient prescription requests communicating patient needs to the physician.
• Prepares equipment for sterile processing by cleaning and wrapping instruments.
• Orders, receives and stocks pain management department supplies and maintains adequate inventory.
• Assists clerical staff with office procedures including scheduling of appointments, greeting of patients, entry of patient charges and calling to remind patients of appointments.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED