Urgent Care Tech

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Phillipsburg (NJ); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network in Phillipsburg, NJ is seeking an Urgent Care Technician to support urgent care and occupational medicine.

The role includes patient intake, vital signs, and preparing exam rooms to ensure efficient, high-quality care. The position involves coordinating care, performing point-of-care testing per protocol, and assisting providers and nursing staff to deliver patient-centered services in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Medical terminology knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient acuity in waiting areas and escort to exam rooms.
• Complete intake by gathering medical history and vitals.
• Prepare patient and room with instruments and equipment for the visit.
• Schedule patients for advanced care with specialty providers and follow-ups.
• Perform point-of-care testing per protocol and maintain equipment.
• Assist nursing staff and Providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient intake

Vital signs

Clerical duties

Point-of-care testing

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

## Urgent Care TechApply: Phillipsburg, NJ - 200 Strykers Rd: Part time: Posted Today: R145732### *St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission* *of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.*The Urgent Care Technician supports both Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine by performing clerical and clinical duties, ensuring smooth operations and quality patient care as a vital member of the Care Now service line.**JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Assesses patient acuity in waiting areas, escorts patients to exam rooms, completes intake by gathering medical history and obtaining vital signs, and prepares the patient and room by setting up necessary instruments and equipment for the visit.* Schedules patients for advanced care with specialty providers, workers compensation follow ups, and other clinical services as needed.* Performs point-of-care testing per protocol, and ensures proper cleaning, calibration, and maintenance of equipment and exam rooms. Maintains competency in specimen collection, Performs Reasonable Suspicion Drug and Alcohol Testing (Fit for Duty), following chain-of-custody protocols for various specimen types (urine, saliva, hair, breath and blood).* Assist nursing staff and Providers to support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care, ensuring a positive and efficient experience for all patients.**PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:**Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 6 hours at a time. Walk up to 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry, and push objects up to 10 lb. Transport patients weighing up to 250 lb. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend and reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high/low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, and peripheral vision.**EDUCATION:**High school diploma or equivalent is required.**TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:**Basic computer skills required. Medical terminology a plus.**MINIMUM - MAXIMUM COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:**$17.55 - $26.33St Luke’s University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements.**BENEFIT OFFERINGS:**St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities. Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.*Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!*