Technical Assistant II - Nursing
About The Position
The Technical Assistant II provides patient care services in a variety of settings, cleans, maintains, and stocks supplies and equipment, and applies standard precautions and infection-control principles. The role provides services appropriate to the assigned patient population and receives assignments delegated by an RN. The Certified Technical Assistant accesses information reflecting a patient's status and reports information needed to identify the patient's needs. Care is provided according to established policies and procedures. Within scope, the Technical Assistant may also perform clerical, phlebotomy, safety-attendant, and other assigned duties. The position assists with patient care throughout the patient experience under the direct supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse, and provides and documents assistance under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse. It also supports room turnaround, cleans equipment and the environment, organizes supplies and equipment, follows applicable department, hospital, and regulatory procedures, understands sterile and non-sterile techniques, and adheres to safety measures. Additional duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current CNA, Phlebotomy, or CMA/CCMA/RMA certification as required by the state.
- Basic computer knowledge with demonstrated administrative skills.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
- Demonstrated critical-thinking skills.
- High level of compassion, desire to help others, and strong motivation.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience preferred.
- Previous healthcare experience preferred.
- Phlebotomy and medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Provide and document patient assistance under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assist with patient care throughout the patient experience under the direct supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse.
- Clean, maintain, and stock supplies and equipment, applying standard precautions and infection-control principles.
- Access information reflecting patient status and report information needed to identify patient needs.
- Perform clerical, phlebotomy, safety-attendant, and other duties within scope as assigned.
- Assist with room turnaround, including cleaning equipment, supplies, and the environment.
- Organize supplies and equipment as needed.
- Comply with department, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures, including safety measures and sterile and non-sterile techniques.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
