Clinical Technician, Emergency Room

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA is seeking a Clinical Technician III for the Emergency Department. Under the supervision of an RN, you will provide direct patient care, monitor patient status, assist with daily living activities, maintain a safe environment, and transport patients as needed.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of related CT experience (or completed VHC CT III education). Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience as Clinical Technician II or completion of VHC Health CT III education or nurse externship program.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care and activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Observe and report changes in patient status to the care team.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment and assist with transporting patients.
• Provide empathetic communication with patients and families.
• Support nursing staff with routine duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Nursing skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title

Clinical Technician, Emergency Room

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Clinical Technician III 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

Experience:

1 year experience as a Clinical Technician II as defined in the core skills for Clinical Technician III, or

1 year experience as a Clinical Technician II who has successfully completed the VHC Health Clinical Technician III education, or

Completed a training program meeting core skills & competencies, or

Successful completion of the VHC Health Nurse Externship Program

Certification/Licensure:

BLS Certification required.

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 as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate is determined based 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 is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the 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 be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable 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.