Technical Assistant-Nursing-IMCU

UVA Health • Culpeper, VA

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About The Position

The Technical Assistant provides patient care services and performs cleaning, maintenance, and stocking of supplies and equipment while following standard precautions and infection-control practices. The role requires knowledge and skills appropriate to the assigned patient population. Assignments are delegated by an RN, and the Technical Assistant accesses and reports patient-status information needed to identify patient needs. Care is provided in accordance with established policies and procedures. Duties may also include clerical work, phlebotomy, serving as a safety attendant, and other tasks within the role’s scope. The position is part-time, scheduled for night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotating weekends. On-call responsibilities may be assigned. The role may require travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed. The base compensation range is $17.87–$25.30 per hour; individual compensation depends on qualifications, prior work experience, and/or education. The range excludes any applicable incentives, such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives for eligible positions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the assigned patient population.
• Ability to understand sterile and non-sterile techniques and comply with applicable safety and infection-control practices.
• Ability to stand constantly, walk frequently, and bend or stoop.
• Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds; Safe Handling Equipment must be used for weights over 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Certification from the Virginia Board of Nursing preferred.
• Phlebotomy skills and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

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.
• Receive assignments delegated by an RN and provide care according to established policies and procedures.
• Access patient-status data and report information needed to identify patient needs.
• Assist with room turnaround, including cleaning equipment, supplies, and the environment.
• Organize supplies and equipment as needed.
• Follow Department, Hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures while assisting with patient care.
• Apply standard precautions and infection-control practices and adhere to safety measures.
• Perform clerical, phlebotomy, safety-attendant, and other assigned duties within the role’s scope.
• Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.
• Fulfill on-call responsibilities as directed.

What This Job Offers

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