Pediatric Ambulatory Care Technician

Children's National Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC is hiring an Ambulatory Patient Care Tech to join the Ambulatory Services team. You will support the Registered Nurse, collect patient data, monitor vitals, assist with basic nursing tasks, and help maintain a safe, clean, and organized clinic setting.

Responsibilities include patient flow management, preparing exam rooms, documenting for Meaningful Use, and ensuring equipment is checked and calibrated.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in acute health care setting, pediatrics preferred.
• CNA, EMT or CPCT certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and accurately document information for meaningful use including chief complaint, current medications, allergies and smoking history.
• Obtain vital signs and assist with basic nursing care and patient comfort.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stocked patient care setting and support staff in patient flow.
• Prepare exam rooms, monitor waiting areas, and ensure equipment is in working order.
• Assist with specimen collection and laboratory processes as assigned.
• Communicate with families, document in the chart, and escalate concerns to nurses or providers.

Skills

Nursing basics

Vital signs

Patient flow management

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC is hiring an Ambulatory Patient Care Tech to join the Ambulatory Services team. You will support the Registered Nurse, collect patient data, monitor vitals, assist with basic nursing tasks, and help maintain a safe, clean, and organized clinic setting.

Responsibilities include patient flow management, preparing exam rooms, documenting for Meaningful Use, and ensuring equipment is checked and calibrated.