Vascular Access Technician
About The Position
Regions Hospital is seeking a patient-focused Vascular Access Technician to join its expanding specialty team. The technician partners with Vascular Access nursing to place peripheral IVs, change peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) dressings, and assist the Vascular Access registered nurse with procedures as needed. The role also provides support for patients who are difficult to access and may occasionally collect blood samples for laboratory processing. Experience with ultrasound-guided peripheral IV placement is preferred, though on-the-job training may be provided. This position is scheduled for 0.70 FTE (28 hours per week), working nights from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The schedule requires work every other weekend and holiday.
Requirements
- Two years of applicable health care experience, or completion of a related health care training program such as Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), paramedic, or phlebotomist.
- Basic critical-thinking skills necessary to troubleshoot problems and perform basic triage of situations outside the routine.
- Ability to independently initiate appropriate tasks of the role.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- CPR for the professional rescuer or Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Nice To Haves
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Associate degree in Clinical Lab Science.
- Previous phlebotomy experience.
- Experience using an Electronic Medical Record.
- Experience with ultrasound-guided peripheral IV placement.
Responsibilities
- Place peripheral IVs (PIVs).
- Change peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) dressings.
- Assist the Vascular Access registered nurse with procedures as needed.
- Provide difficult-access laboratory and peripheral IV support as needed.
- Occasionally obtain blood samples for laboratory processing.
- Troubleshoot problems and perform basic triage of situations outside routine procedures.
- Independently initiate appropriate tasks and follow written and verbal instructions.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- On-site employee fitness center
- On-site employee clinic
- Center for Employee Resilience support and evidence-based practices
- Eligibility as a qualified nonprofit employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Comprehensive benefits supporting health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
