Urgent Care Technician: Fast-Paced Patient Care

UCHealth; Erie (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Job summary

UCHealth in Erie, CO seeks an urgent care professional to provide emergent/urgent patient care under supervision. This onsite role requires handling fast-paced situations, preparing patients for exams and assisting providers throughout the visit.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient flow, performing procedures such as caths and venipuncture, and maintaining rooms and supplies. BLS and IV proficiency are required within specified timelines, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• IV proficiency within 6 months per department guidelines.
• One of CMA; RMA; EMT/EMT-I; Paramedic; LPN; or military medic course completed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate department patient flow to optimize throughput.
• Observe patients and notify provider if distress.
• Prepare patients for examination and assist during/after examination.
• Inserts Foley catheters, performs complex splinting, venipuncture.
• Maintain exam rooms and equipment; manage supplies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive action

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UCHealth in Erie, CO seeks an urgent care professional to provide emergent/urgent patient care under supervision. This onsite role requires handling fast-paced situations, preparing patients for exams and assisting providers throughout the visit.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient flow, performing procedures such as caths and venipuncture, and maintaining rooms and supplies. BLS and IV proficiency are required within specified timelines, with compensation based on experience.