Urgent Care Technician (EMT/MA) - MANSFIELD

$2,000 sign-on bonus (taxable). Part-time, 16 hours/week, variable days, onsite.

About the role

The Urgent Care Technician provides care to patients as delegated by and under the direction of either a licensed Nurse or Physician. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of patients serviced, regardless of age.

Responsibilities

• Interfaces with patients and families and provides quality care under the direction of a licensed Nurse or Physician.
• Prioritizes and executes tasks for the assigned patients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provides wound care and suturing of non-complex and orthopedic injuries as delegated and supervised by the attending Physician, including but not limited to:
  • Simple suturing
  • Wound cleansing
  • Suture removal
  • Burn wound cleansing
  • Debridement and dressing
  • Superficial subcutaneous foreign body removal and treatments
• Obtains and records vital signs of patients, including but not limited to height, weight, head circumference, and vision screening.
• Accurately documents vital signs in the online charting software.
• Performs phlebotomy maintaining compliance with CLIA Quality Control regulations.
• Obtains lab specimens via nasopharyngeal swab, phlebotomy, and other methods as indicated by test orders.
• Administers vaccines and medications, including antibiotics, as directed by the physician according to policy and procedure.
• Reports changes in patient condition to the licensed Nurse or Physician.
• Maintains the clinical and exam areas in preparation for patients and at the completion of the day.
• Stocks cupboards and ensures facility is organized and clean.
• Answers basic health questions from patients/parents using approved guidelines.
• Assists in the provision of patient and family education, including discharge planning needs according to established policies and procedures.
• May assist with filing and appointment scheduling as needed and as time permits.
• Works effectively and efficiently as part of the Urgent Care team and interacts with people (patients and other staff members) in a friendly, supportive manner at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of state-approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT, Paramedical Program, or Military Training is required.
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Basic communication skills (verbal and written) coupled with good interpersonal, organizational, and critical thinking skills are required.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.
• Experience working in electronic charting software (e.g., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience is preferred.

Schedule

Part-time, 16 hours per week, variable days.

Benefits

$2,000 sign-on bonus (taxable).