RN/Paramedic Part-Time IV Tech

IV Nutrition•Fayetteville, AR

About The Position

IV Nutrition NWA is seeking a part-time IV Tech to provide vitamin and nutrient therapies in a clinical but spa-like environment. The clinic serves clients seeking hydration and those with more complicated medical histories, and offers IV and IM injection therapies, Semaglutide/Tirzepatide for weight loss, and Functional Blood Wellness Panels. The position involves client care, assessment, administration and monitoring of therapies, documentation, and clinic upkeep. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Part-time work requires a commitment of up to 30 hours per week with a flexible schedule, and weekend availability is required.

Requirements

Active, unencumbered licensure as either a Registered Nurse (RN) or Paramedic.
Strong venous access skills, including the ability to access peripheral veins.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, electronic medical records, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical practice functions.
Attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, customer service, patient confidentiality, multitasking, self-motivation, self-management, problem-solving, time management, independent judgment, resilience, perseverance, organization, patient care, flexibility, dependability, reliability, collaboration, and teamwork.
Ability to meet all performance standards of the position and continually learn.
Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly.
Ability to type continuously and use hands to type and maneuver a mouse.
Close, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus with 20/20 vision, with or without eyeglasses or contacts.
Ability to occasionally lift or move items and to stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for long periods.
Ability to deal with a variety of variables under limited standardization, establish credibility, and be decisive.
Strong numeric capabilities and ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers and common fractions.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret medical documents and communicate clearly.
Weekend availability.

Nice To Haves

Two years minimum of vascular access or infusion experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet clients warmly and tend to their needs.
Learn to operate the POS and charting system efficiently.
Assess clients’ physical health, including vital signs, physical assessment, and mental status.
Identify contraindications to intravenous therapy.
Take clients’ vital signs as needed.
Administer IVs using aseptic technique to prevent infections.
Administer IM injections.
Attach infusions to saline locks.
Adjust drip rates as needed.
Monitor clients’ responses to treatment.
Manage and prevent infections.
Document interactions and communications with clients regarding therapy services, assessments, and responses or reactions to treatment.
Perform phlebotomy as needed.
Help keep the clinic clean and supplies stocked.
Assist with inventory as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.