Technician-Unit Support Adult Medical Critical Care Unit FT Day- MICU

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Full-Time Day Unit Secretary who provides a blend of direct patient care and essential clerical support within the department. Under direction of a Clinical Nurse, you will assist with patient care, ensure a clean environment, and aid the care team with scheduling, records, and admissions/logistics.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/BLS certification, and successful completion of the IU Health PCA education program.

Qualifications

• Previous acute patient care experience or completion of IU Health PCA education program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA or completion of IU Health PCA program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of patient care procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of a Clinical Nurse.
• Perform unit clerical duties and assist patient care team.
• Schedule tests and procedures when needed and maintain patient records.
• Sign patients in and out of the unit and help with equipment logistics.
• Assist with infection control practices and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Overview

***This is a Full-Time Day position***

Provides a combination of direct patient care and unit clerical duties for the department. Administers care to designated patients under the direction of a Clinical Nurse and provides support to the patient care team. Ensures a clean and orderly environment for the patient. Provides information, directions and other assistance to physicians, patients, families, customers and vendors. May schedule tests and procedures for the patient, maintain patient records and sign patients in and out of the unit. May be responsible for the ordering, receiving and delivering of equipment and supplies for the patient care team. May be required to provide continuous observation including suicide prevention.

High School Diploma or GED is required. CPR May be required to complete Unit Secretary training program.

• Requires previous comparable acute patient care experience or successful completion of the IU Health PCA education program.
• Requires current Basic Life Support certification through the AHA or attainment at the completion of the IU Health PCA education program. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Requires knowledge of procedures and standards related to patient care activities.
• Requires knowledge of principles of infection control.
• Requires basic computer skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.