Technician-Unit Support - Adult Medical Unit PT – Weekends Only - Methodist

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Technician-Unit Support plays a crucial role in providing both direct patient care and clerical support within the Adult Medical Unit. Under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse, the technician assists with patient care activities, maintains a clean and safe environment, and supports unit operations. This role also involves providing information and assistance to physicians, patients, families, staff, and vendors to ensure smooth unit functioning.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification may be required.
• Previous comparable acute care experience or successful completion of IU Health PCA program required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA), or completion of IU Health PCA program.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and patient care procedures.
• Understanding of infection control principles.
• Basic computer skills required for documentation and communication.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of IU Health PCA training program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care activities as directed by the Clinical Nurse.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Provide information, directions, and support to physicians, patients, families, vendors, and visitors.
• Schedule tests and procedures for patients, and support patient flow.
• Maintain accurate patient records, sign patients in and out of the unit, and document activities.
• Order, receive, and deliver equipment and supplies needed for patient care.
• May provide continuous patient observation, including suicide prevention.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols at all times.
• Support clerical tasks such as data entry, communication, and documentation.

Benefits

• Access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees