Clinical Tech - Surgical ICU

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a Clinical Tech for the Surgical ICU at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital in Jackson, MI. You will work 36 hours per week, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with every other weekend and holiday rotation, supporting vitals, procedures, mobility, and patient comfort under RN guidance.

You will join a 20-bed Surgical Universal Bed Unit, performing phlebotomy, IV access, and essential bedside tasks while delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care across ages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Nursing student with two semesters completed or RN program graduate.
• LPN, EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assistant program graduate.
• Phlebotomy certification required.
• Previous Clinical Tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect vital signs and essential patient data with accuracy.
• Assist RNs with procedures and patient comfort.
• Report changes promptly to the care team.
• Support mobility and safe patient transport.
• Perform phlebotomy and IV access under RN direction.
• Provide daily living assistance and hygiene support.
• Support bedside procedures and equipment use.
• Deliver culturally sensitive care to diverse patients.

Skills

Nursing student

RN program grad

LPN

EMT

Paramedic

Medical Assistant

Phlebotomy Cert

Clinical Tech exp

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing student (2 semesters)

RN program graduate

LPN

EMT

Paramedic

Medical Assistant program graduate

Phlebotomy certification

Clinical Tech experience

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Eligible for $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS – Join Our Team as a Clinical Tech at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital!

Department:SurgicalICU

Location:Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, 205 N East Ave., Jackson, MI 49201

Schedule:36 hours per week, every other weekend and holiday rotation

Shift:7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3x12 hours shifts)

Are you passionate about patient care and looking to grow in a dynamic, supportive healthcare environment? As a Clinical Tech, you’ll play a hands-on role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care under the guidance of our dedicated nursing staff and physicians. Whether you’re taking vitals, assisting with procedures, or simply ensuring comfort, you'll be a vital part of the patient journey.

Surgical Universal Bed Unit – 20 bed unit

• Mixed acuity unit with opportunities to see patients from ICU level of care through discharge
• Specialized population with skilled staff trained in the surgical specialty and trauma population
• Innovative team using evidence-based practice to support nursing autonomy and workflow

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Collecting and recording essential patient data – vitals, food and fluid intake/output, and more – with precision and care.
• Responding to patient needs and partnering with RNs to ensure maximum comfort and safety.
• Noticing the little changes that can make a big difference – and reporting them promptly.
• Supporting mobility by helping patients ambulate and get where they need to go.
• Assisting with oxygen devices under RN direction and applying slings post-pacemaker procedures.
• Performing clinical tasks such as Foley catheter insertion, bladder scans, enemas, blood glucose checks, and documenting results.
• Providing help with daily activities, like dressing, meals, and hygiene.
• Supporting RNs during equipment use and bedside procedures.
• Delivering culturally sensitive care to a wide range of patients — from pediatrics to geriatrics.
• Promoting positive experiences for patients and their families through kind, respectful interaction.
• Performing phlebotomy and IV access procedures with confidence and care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

To qualify, you’ll need a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following:

• Current nursing student who has minimally completed two semesters or has graduated from a Registered Nurse program.
• Graduate of an LPN, EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assistant program
• Certified in Phlebotomy
• Previous Clinical Tech experience

Also required:

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to tailor care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
• Experience in an acute care setting (preferred, not required)

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Valid BLS certification (or must be obtained during Patient Care Orientation)