Tech Vascular Access - Midline Team | Rapid Response | PRN Night

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Vascular Access Technician to provide essential patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment. This PRN position requires a commitment to excellence and the ability to work effectively under the supervision of licensed providers. The role involves performing critical tasks such as IV insertion, phlebotomy, and basic wound care, ensuring all patients receive the highest standard of care. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current Florida EMT or Paramedic license required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document routine patient care under supervision.
• Assist with IV insertion, phlebotomy, and basic wound care.

Skills

Knowledge of patient care

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of aseptic techniques

Knowledge of acute and chronic disease processes

Knowledge of standard universal precautions

Basic knowledge of anatomic structure and human body systems

Ability to recognize job-related emergencies

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to read and write in English

Recognition of lethal EKG rhythms

Performance of electrocardiograms

IV insertion

Urinary catheter insertion

Gastric tube insertion

Phlebotomy

Basic wound care

Splinting of musculoskeletal injuries

Automatic External Defibrillator operation

Chest compressions

Eye irrigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Training

Job description

Overview

PRN Position

6:45pm - 7:15am

The Vascular Access Technician performs and documents direct routine patient care under a licensed provider's supervision according to hospital guidelines.

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served:
All Age Groups.

Required Education:
High School Diploma or GED or Vocational Training.

Required Licensure/Certifications:
Current Florida EMT license -OR- current Florida Paramedic license.
BLS from the American Heart Association.

Required Experience:
Less than 1 year of practical clinical experience.

Preferred Experience:
1 or more years of previous experience in a health care environment.

Necessary Skills:

1. Knowledge of patient care and basic human needs within the life span.
2. Knowledge of medical terminology.
3. Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
4. Knowledge of acute and chronic disease processes.
5. Knowledge of standard universal precautions.
6. Basic knowledge of anatomic structure and human body systems.
7. Ability to recognize obvious job-related emergencies.
8. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
9. Ability to read and write in English.
10. Recognition of lethal EKG rhythms.
11. Performance of electrocardiograms.
12. IV insertion.
13. Urinary catheter insertion.
14. Gastric tube insertion.
15. Phlebotomy.
16. Basic wound care.
17. Splinting of musculoskeletal injuries.
18. Automatic External Defibrillator operation.
19. Chest compressions.
20. Eye irrigation.