Clinical Technician, 3A.Cardiac IMCU

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health is seeking a Clinical Technician II for the Cardiac IMCU unit in Arlington, VA. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will perform routine patient care, assist with activities of daily living, and help maintain a safe care environment on the 3A unit.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and at least six months of related clinical experience or enrollment in a Clinical Technician II program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Equivalent experience is required.
• Six months of experience as a Clinical Technician I or equivalent clinical experience as defined in the CORE skills for Clinical Technician II, completion or enrollment in Clinical Technician II program or equivalent, or student nurses who have successfully completed the medical/surgical clinical experiences and didactic is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Minimum of six education hours related to current role.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, perform a variety of routine direct patient care tasks and activities of daily living.
• Observe and report changes in patient status to the RN.
• Help maintain a clean, safe environment and assist with transporting patients.
• Provide compassionate patient and family communication.
• Support nursing team with related duties as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title

Clinical Technician, 3A.Cardiac IMCU

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Clinical Technician II works under the direct supervision of the RN and is an active member of the health care team. Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Clinical Technician performs a variety of routine duties involving the care of patients including performing direct patient care or activities of daily living, observing changes in the status of patients, providing a clean and safe environment, transporting patients, and other related duties. Clinical Technicians must be empathetic and have good communication and nursing skills to care for patients.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Equivalent experience is required.

Experience

Six months of experience as a Clinical Technician I or equivalent clinical experience as defined in the CORE skills for Clinical Technician II, completion or enrollment in Clinical Technician II program or equivalent, or student nurses who have successfully completed the medical/surgical clinical experiences and didactic is required.

Certification/Licensure

BLS certification is required.

Other Qualifications

Minimum of six education hours related to current role.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well asadditionalwellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency andequitablepay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate isdeterminedbased on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes isappropriate forthis role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. Noportionof compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance withthe terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may bemodifiedat the sole discretion of VHC Health,in accordance withapplicable law.VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.