Critical Care Tech

Commonspirit-Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit-Health in Colorado Springs is seeking a Critical Care Tech to support an RN or Physician, delivering direct and indirect patient care with a focus on safety and compassionate service.

You will place orders, receive and stock supplies for the department, and assist with filing, medical records and daily tasks as assigned. Requirements include an EMT license valid in Colorado, IV certification, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Qualifications

• One year healthcare experience
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Basic computer skills
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current Colorado EMT-B/EMT-A/EMT-I or Paramedic license required
• IV certification required upon hire

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care in collaboration with an RN or Physician
• Place orders and receive & stock supplies for the department/unit
• Assist support staff with filing, medical records and daily tasks as assigned
• Support team to meet patient physical and emotional needs

Skills

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Healthcare teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IV certification

EMT license (CO)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Critical Care Tech you will perform direct and indirect patient care in collaboration with an RN or Physician. While in this position you will be responsibility and accountability for facilitating, communicating and collaborating with the team to meet the physical and emotional needs of the patient. You will place orders, receive & stock supplies for the department/unit, and assist support staff with filing, medical records and daily tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified Critical Care Tech candidates will need the following:

• One year healthcare experience (pre-hospital, ED and/or patient care) preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Basic computer skills
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current Colorado Emergency Medical Technician-Basic or A-EMT or EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic license required
• IV certification required upon hire

Physical Requirements -Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Where You'll Work

Penrose - St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. Penrose Hospital serves as the anchor hospital of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services with 300-licensed beds and the ability to provide tertiary (high tech) medical-surgical services with an emphasis on elective and outpatient care. Established in 1890, Penrose Hospital has grown to become a major health treatment and referral center, specializing in cancer care, cardiac care, emergency trauma care and physical rehabilitation. It's an incredible time to join us as we are a proud Magnet Hospital with designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.