Technician-Unit Support Adult Med-Surg Step-down Unit - Jay (FT Night)

Indiana University Health; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Technician-Unit Support in the Adult Med-Surg Step-down Unit, providing essential patient care and clerical support. This full-time night position requires a commitment to quality patient service, team collaboration, and adherence to healthcare protocols. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a basic understanding of medical procedures.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Previous acute patient care experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clerical duties under supervision.
• Maintain clean environment and manage patient records.
• Assist physicians, patients, families, and vendors.

Skills

Basic knowledge of medical terminology

Patient care procedures

Infection control principles

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Technician-Unit Support Adult Med-Surg Step-down Unit - Jay (FT Night)

Join us as a Technician-Unit Support for the Adult Med-Surg Step-down Unit - Jay (FT Night) at Indiana University Health.

Overview

This role involves providing a combination of direct patient care and unit clerical duties within the department. You will administer care to designated patients under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse and support the patient care team. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean environment, providing information and assistance to physicians, patients, families, and vendors, scheduling tests and procedures, maintaining patient records, and managing equipment and supplies. The role may also require continuous observation, including suicide prevention.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required; may need to complete Unit Secretary training.
• Previous acute patient care experience or successful completion of the IU Health PCA education program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA or completion of the IU Health PCA program.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, patient care procedures, infection control principles, and basic computer skills.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.