Urgent Care Technician - Full Time - Clinton Care Now

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Clinton (NJ); On-site; USD 24,176 - 36,272; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Clinton, NJ, seeks a full-time Urgent Care Technician to assist in clinical and clerical duties, ensuring quality patient care. Responsibilities include collecting patient information, assessing acuity, performing point-of-care testing, and assisting nursing staff. A high school diploma is required along with basic computer skills and familiarity with medical terminology. The position offers a competitive salary range of $17.55 - $26.33 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Collects and updates patient demographic and insurance information.
• Assesses patient acuity and obtains vital signs.
• Maintains competency in specimen collection and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Supports both Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine services.
• Schedules patients and performs point-of-care testing.
• Assists nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR (Epic and Systoc)

Job description

Urgent Care Tech page is loaded## Urgent Care Techlocations: Clinton, NJ - 1734 NJ Rt 31time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R138580### *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.*This position is full time and is required to work a weekend shift, holiday shifts, (shared with staff) and help cover vacations.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:*** Accurately collects and updates patient’s demographic and insurance information. Completes the registration process for patients (enters patient data/orders/charges into the EMR (Epic and Systoc) to support clinical documentation and billing processes.* 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.* Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.* Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.* Demonstrates/models the Network’s PCRAFT values during interactions with all customers.* Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.* Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.* Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.* Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.* Other duties as assigned.**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!!*## ##