Critical Care Technician - Forensics - Trenton - Per Diem - Varied Shifts

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job): Functions as an integral part of the patient care team by assisting the professional staff in delivering indirect and direct patient care according to unit specific functions. Performs Phlebotomy, glucometer testing and EKG responsibilities as required. Performs clerical duties, computer system tasks, supply maintenance, and other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience: Experience as an EMT or successful completion of EMT Academy, military medic, PCA in an acute care or equivalent skill in long-term care setting, completion of a medical assistant program, or successful completion of two clinical semesters of an accredited nursing school.
• Other Credentials: AHA BLS.
• Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period 4 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation.
• Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in English, verbal and written communication.
• Special Training: Certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) preferred. In lieu of CNA certification, successful completion of the Capital Health UAP Training program within 90 days of employment.

Mental, Behavioral And Emotional Abilities

• Usual Work Day: 8 Hours
• Reporting Relationships: Does this position formally supervise employees? No

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl
• Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Extreme Noise Levels, Dust/Particulate Matter

Benefits

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Sick Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program