Critical Care Tech

CommonSpirit Health; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Mountain Region, St. Catherine Hospital – Dodge City, is seeking a Critical Care Tech to support the care team in a hospital setting. You will assist with patient care, IV therapy, wound care, and documentation under RN/physician supervision.

The role requires EMT/paramedic certificates and a High School Diploma or GED, with preferred 1 year healthcare experience. Schedule is PRN (variable) in a dynamic acute care environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• EMT/EMTA/EMTI/Paramedic certificates including IV therapy are required.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with RN and Physician regarding patient observations to assist treatment.
• Performs technical tasks (IV insertion, splinting, wound care) as directed by RN or physician.
• Delivers person-centered care with empathy within a collaborative team.
• Documents all tasks and observations accurately in patient records.
• Demonstrates safe clinical practices to protect patients and staff.
• Collaborates with medicine, nursing, and other healthcare professionals on the care plan.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT/EMTA/EMTI/Paramedic certificate with IV Therapy

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, playing a vital role in patient support.

Every day, you will be responsible for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with the healthcare team to meet the physical and emotional needs of the patient. Your duties include placing orders, receiving and stocking department supplies, and assisting support staff with filing, medical records, and assigned daily tasks.

To be successful in this role, you will possess relevant certifications or experience as a Critical Care Tech, CNA, or medical assistant, ideally in an acute care setting. You will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of empathetically interacting with patients and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Communicates with RN and Physician regarding patient/family observations in an ongoing fashion to assist in the treatment of patients, and communicates concerns regarding hazards or errors related to patients to the health care team.

• Performs a variety of technical tasks (i.e., IV insertion, splinting, wound care, etc.) as directed by the RN or physician according to established clinic policies, procedures and standards to provide quality patient care within hospital and/or department guidelines.

• Provides person-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the human experience in a collaborative fashion with other team members, assisting the care team in achieving daily patient and family goals.

• Accurately and timely documents all tasks, observations, and procedures performed on the patient record according to medical and legal standards, and maintains thorough and confidential maintenance of patient charts and records.

• Demonstrates effective use of clinical strategies to ensure patient and associate safety.

• Collaborates with medicine, nursing, and other healthcare professionals regarding the plan of care, follow-up, and evaluation for the patient and family.

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

Schedule: PRN (variable)

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

• Emergency Medical Technician Certificate and IV Therapy Certificate or EMTA or EMTI or Paramedic Certificate

Preferred

• One (1) year healthcare experience (prehospital, ED and/or patient care)

Where You'll Work

At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.

St. Catherine Hospital – Dodge City, is a Joint Commission accredited 99-bed hospital that serves as a regional referral center for southwest Kansas. Acute care is at the heart of what we do. St. Catherine Hospital – Dodge City provides health services that include diagnostics and interventional cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation. We combine patient-centered care with modern technology and medical expertise to treat a wide range of medical conditions.

Pay Range

$16.10 - $22.75 /hour

We are an equal opportunity employer.