Critical Care Technician NICU

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

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Job summary

Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, UT is seeking a Critical Care Technician to support the patient care team in the CCU/ER settings. You will respond to care needs, assist with hygiene, obtain vitals, and perform 12-lead EKG duties under supervision.

You’ll help with transfers, admissions, discharges, and supply management, while maintaining infection prevention standards. Required current CNA/EMT/Paramedic/MA certification, BLS-HCP, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Current CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or MA certification in the practicing state.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification on hire.
• Point of Care Testing experience if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient care needs by answering call lights and assisting with hygiene.
• Document and report patient data, vitals, and condition changes promptly.
• Assist with patient transfers, admissions, and discharges and maintain safety.
• Support with EKG duties, supply management, and unit secretary tasks.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs

Teamwork

Communication

Education

CNA Certification

EMT/Paramedic Certification

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Job Description:The Critical Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner in the Critical Care and Emergency Department settings. They assist the patient care team in performing various tasks and procedures for critically ill patients or patients requiring special skills or observation. They act under the direction and supervision of appropriate licensed clinical personnel.Essential FunctionsResponds to patient care needs by answering call lights, assisting with hygiene care, obtaining vital signs, and communicating effectively with the care team.Performs 12-lead EKG duties and other tasks within the level of training and competency.Applies, checks, and documents restraints as directed by RN or physician.Assists with patient transfers, admissions, and discharges, ensuring safe patient handling.Orders and maintains office and patient care floor stock/supplies and performs unit secretary duties.Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner and quickly secures assistance for changes in patient condition.Assists with emergency resuscitation, set-up for line insertion, and retrieval of supplies and equipment.Provides excellent customer service to patients and families, ensuring their requests are met promptly.Recognizes and completes unit and patient care needs with minimal supervision, collaborating with RNs and the interdisciplinary team.Adheres to infection prevention standards and promotes the mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health.SkillsPatient CareNursingLife SupportIntensive Care UnitsPoint of Care TestingVital SignsCardiac MonitoringPatient InformationResuscitationTeamworkShift Details: Full time, 36hrs/wk. Variable shifts both units rotating weekends and holidays.Minimum QualificationsCurrent C.N.A. Certification in state of practice.-OR-EMT or Paramedic Certification in state of practice.-OR-Medical Assistant (MA) Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR one with which Intermountain Health has a valid affiliation agreement.Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) certification upon hireIf doing Point of Care Testing: Must have a High School diploma or GED in compliance with CLIA regulations.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Preferred QualificationsOne (1) year of experience as a C.N.A., EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assistant, or other applicable healthcare experience.Current enrollment in nursing school program.Proficient in basic computer skills.Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.Location:Intermountain Health McKay-Dee HospitalWork City:OgdenWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$18.94 - $24.62We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. 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