Technician I

Unity-Hospital-of-Rochester; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health seeks a Technician I for its Special Care Unit at Unity Hospital. Per diem role with department hours, supporting licensed nurses in direct and indirect patient care, and ensuring a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include basic clinical tasks, vital signs, patient transfers, and preparing rooms for admissions, while maintaining safety and compassionate communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and compassionate patient interactions.
• Experience delivering quality customer service in clinical settings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Performing basic patient care tasks under RN supervision.
• Assist with hygiene, nutrition, and comfort for patients.
• Take vitals, monitoring and assist with admissions/discharges.
• Prepare rooms, restock supplies, and support safe patient handling.
• Respond promptly to call lights and patient/family requests.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree

Nursing Fundamentals

CNA certification

Job description

Job Title: Technician IDepartment: Special Care UnitLocation: Unity HospitalHours Per Week: Per DiemSchedule: Department Hours M-F 6:30am-7pmSUMMARY:Provides direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans as determined/delegated by a licensed nurse. Responsible to execute tasks and skills with quality and safe care. All interactions must be aligned with the overall expectation of a positive patient experience.RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs cleaning of appropriate equipment, changing of bed linens, stocks appropriate supplies in the patient room/unit, and prepares rooms for anticipated admissions.Provide safe and competent care for patients with relationship to nutritional, skin integrity, elimination & hygiene needs including bathing, grooming, and patient comfort measures.Performs a wide variety of clinical duties under the direction/supervision of an RN. Including but not limited to patient vital signs, pulse oximetry, EKG, one to one and admission and discharge process.Perform correct procedures in the collection and disposition of some specimens.Demonstrate excellent communication skills, compassion and professionalism.Assist with safe ambulation, transferring, and demonstrates appropriate utilization of lift devices.Follows all safety initiatives for the department.Assist in post mortem care.Meets unit/department specific skills and competency expectations.Assist in timely and courteous responses to patient call lights and or any patient/family requests for assistance.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum age requirement: 18PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Associates degree.Completion of one of the following is strongly preferred: Nursing Fundamentals, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, or one year experience as a medical assistant/technician in a health related facility.Excellent customer service and communication skills highly desired.EDUCATION:LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$18.10 - $19.75CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14626The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.