ICU Technician

About the role

We're looking for a dedicated ICU Tech to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you'll be a vital part of our clinical team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Responds to patient/family requests (tells patient/family what to expect, when and why; informs patient/family when problems arise)
• Makes sure to monitor telemetry and report any changes in EKG rhythms to the Telemetry Unit and/or ICCU Registered Nurse immediately
• Documents rhythm strips accurately
• Collects physical, social, and emotional data on patients; documents and communicates pertinent information to appropriate members of the health care team
• Uses clinical equipment accurately and correctly when needed to perform basic patient care
• Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique
• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care
• Initiates appropriate intervention immediately in a crisis/emergent situation
• Performs basic computer functions including but not limited to entering patient information and providers orders timely and accurately
• Demonstrates computer literacy through accurate scheduling of tests, consults, and treatments
• Accurately completes all forms and records for patient care procedures
• Maintains a tracking system of each patient receiving and disseminating all incoming and outgoing communications for the department
• Maintains an appropriate inventory of supplies
• Sets up and maintains stock rooms, specialty carts, code carts, IV trays and cabinets
• Delivers compassionate, patient-centered care in alignment with Saratoga Hospital values
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support health, healing, and service excellence
• Performs clinical responsibilities with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency
• Uses hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations
• Continuously seeks opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction
• Serves as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community

Requirements

• High school graduate/GED
• At least one year of clinical hands-on experience preferred
• EKG course with demonstrated competency required once hired
• Must obtain BLS certification within one year of the date of hire

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Skills

• Basic computer literacy
• Knowledge of aseptic technique
• Understanding of growth and development principles

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Click here to view our complete benefits guide.

Pay

$18.80 - $30.44 hourly, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Variated shifts

Location

Saratoga Springs, NY

Department

ICU