Clinical Technician - Autotransfusion

SpecialtyCare, Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Full benefits package

401K match

Generous PTO

Job summary

SpecialtyCare in Lafayette, LA is seeking an Autotransfusion Clinical Technician. You will be trained to run the equipment that purifies the patient’s blood and returns it safely, supporting cell salvage and related therapies.

We offer on-the-job training with company-sponsored modules, flexible hours, and on-call rotation including weekends/holidays. An associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; reliable transportation is needed.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Must live within 30 minutes of contracted hospitals and be able to work flexible hours including weekends/holidays.
• Reliable transportation and on-call availability.
• Able to complete on-the-job training and company-sponsored education modules.

Responsibilities

• Train to run autotransfusion equipment that purifies the patient’s blood and returns it to the patient.
• Participate in call rotations and on-call schedules as needed.
• Support cell salvage therapies and related procedures, including PRP and related treatments.

Skills

Strong communication

Basic computer skills

Self-starter

Team player

Customer service

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Passionate, drivenpeople dedicated to making a difference in healthcare.

Are youlooking for an opportunity to get into the growing health care field? Look nofurther, we will train you! SpecialtyCare provides a comprehensive in-house trainingprogram that will help you gain valuable skills and a career in health care. SpecialtyCareautotransfusion technicians play a vital role in the health and well-being ofour patients. Autotransfusion, also called cell salvage, is the process ofcollecting shed blood, separating the red cells from the plasma, washing thered cells, and re-administering them to the patient.

As aClinical Technician in Autotransfusion with SpecialtyCare, you will be trainedto run the equipment that purifies the patient’s blood and then returns theblood to the patient. Recycling the patient’s own blood, instead of transfusingdonor blood, has been shown to reduce recovery time and prevents the adverseeffects that can occur with donor blood. We also provide cell-based therapies,such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate concentrate.

Make a difference in patient’s lives…train to be anAutotransfusion Clinical Technician!

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Must live within 30 minutes of our contracted hospitals, able to work flexible hours and participate in a call rotation including weekends/holidays.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to be on-call.
• Must be able to successfully complete on the job training including certification and company sponsored education modules.

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate must bring a high level of ethical, intellectual, professional and personal values that complement the team and company vision. The following competencies are highly valued:

• Works well in a fast-paced environment and with a sense of urgency.
• Is dedicated to delivering excellent customer service on a consistent basis.
• Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills are essential.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a high stress environment necessary.
• Proven self-starter who works well both independently and in a team environment.
• Lives the SpecialtyCare Values – Integrity, Care, Urgency, and Improvement.

SpecialtyCare is committed to supporting professional growth for our associates.

• Each associate is allocated funds for continuing education, membership fees, and dues for professional associations.
• We also provide tuition reimbursement or tuition repayment assistance.
• We provide a full benefits package including a matching 401K and generous PTO plan.
• We also cover the cost of maintaining certification.

SpecialtyCare is an Equal Opportunity and Affi…