Clinical Technician 1 - Medical Unit

Inova Health; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Inova Health in Virginia seeks a Clinical Technician Lead for a Full-Time daytime schedule (6:00AM - 6:30PM) with rotating weekends and holidays. The role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care while mentoring fellow CTs and ensuring efficient use of resources and technology support in collaboration with nursing staff.

The position emphasizes mentoring, supply management, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to maintain high standards of patient safety and care quality across the unit.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience as a clinical technician or similar role in an acute care setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficient verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and healthcare providers. Assists with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, and dressing patients. Monitors and records vital signs, input/output, and other relevant patient data. Ensures a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients.
• Mentoring and Training : Mentors and guides, new and junior CTs, providing on-the-job training and support. Conducts regular training sessions to update CTs on best practices, new techniques, and policy changes. Acts as a resource for CTs, addressing questions and concerns related to patient care.
• Supply Sustainability and Management : Monitors inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock is maintained. Implements and promote sustainable practices in the use of medical supplies to minimize waste. Coordinates with the supply chain and procurement departments to order and restock supplies as needed. Conducts regular audits of supply usage and develops strategies for efficient resource management.
• Technology : Supports equipment- label printers, plugging in Wow's, coordinating IT /Bio med rounding etc.
• Communication and Collaboration : Communicates effectively with the nursing team, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress. Reports any changes in patient condition or concerns to the appropriate medical staff promptly.
• May perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Mentoring and Training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

This schedule for this role will be Full -Time | Days | 6:00AM - 6:30PM | Days Vary | Rotating weekends & holidays |

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience.

We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.

The Clinical Technician Lead is responsible for providing exceptional patient care while also taking on additional responsibilities to mentor and be a preceptor for fellow Clinical Technicians. Ensures the efficient use of resources and managing technology needs. Collaborates closely with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care and maintains optimal clinical operations.

Clinical Technician Lead - Job Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and healthcare providers. Assists with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, and dressing patients. Monitors and records vital signs, input/output, and other relevant patient data. Ensures a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients.
• Mentoring and Training : Mentors and guides, new and junior CTs, providing on-the-job training and support. Conducts regular training sessions to update CTs on best practices, new techniques, and policy changes. Acts as a resource for CTs, addressing questions and concerns related to patient care.
• Supply Sustainability and Management : Monitors inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock is maintained. Implements and promote sustainable practices in the use of medical supplies to minimize waste. Coordinates with the supply chain and procurement departments to order and restock supplies as needed. Conducts regular audits of supply usage and develops strategies for efficient resource management.
• Technology : Supports equipment- label printers, plugging in Wow's, coordinating IT /Bio med rounding etc.
• Communication and Collaboration : Communicates effectively with the nursing team, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress. Reports any changes in patient condition or concerns to the appropriate medical staff promptly.
• May perform additional duties as assigned

Clinical Technician - Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 3 years of experience as a clinical technician or similar role in an acute care setting
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Special Skills: Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift minimum of 35lbs pounds