WOUND CARE TECHNICIAN, FH - WOUND HEALING PROGRAM

Froedtert ThedaCare; Milwaukee (WI); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Academic partnership with MCW

Referral bonuses

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Employee Assistance Programs

Adoption Assistance

Moving Assistance

Gym membership discounts

Zusammenfassung

The Wound Care Technician at Froedtert Health assists wound care providers during patient exams, prepares exam rooms, and supports patients with mobility needs using a Hoyer lift for transfers and positioning. Under the guidance of a WOCN practitioner, you will gain expertise in wound management, learn about different wound types, and help promote healing in acute or chronic cases.

Responsibilities include dressing changes, wound measurement, photographic documentation, advanced wound dressing

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of CNA/MA/Surgical Tech or EMT program required.
• Current Wisconsin certification as Nursing Assistant, EMT, LPN or MA program graduate; BLS required within 90 days of hire.

Aufgaben

• Assist wound care providers during patient exams and prepare exam rooms.
• Assist patients with mobility needs using a Hoyer lift for transfers and positioning.
• Perform dressing changes and measure wounds; document with photographs.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA/MA/Surgical Tech/EMT program completed

Tools

Hoyer lift

Jobbeschreibung

Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 1.000000

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Standard Hours: 40.00

Shift: Shift 1

Shift Details: Holidays: Weekends:

Job Summary

The Wound Care Technician assists wound care providers during patient exams and plays an essential role in patient care by preparing exam rooms, assisting patients with mobility needs by safely using a Hoyer lift for transfers and positioning, performing select wound care procedures, and supporting providers during examinations. Under the license of a Wound and Ostomy (WOCN) practitioner, the Wound Care Technician gains expertise in the management of various types of wounds. This role offers the opportunity to learn about different wound types and the appropriate treatments to promote healing, prevent complications, and improve the overall health of patients with acute or chronic wounds. Primary responsibilities include performing dressing changes, measuring wounds, maintaining photographic documentation, applying and removing advanced wound dressings, administering compression therapy, and supporting procedures like ultrasonic and nonselective debridement. The Wound Care Technician is required to be enrolled in the department’s orientation to develop the competencies and clinical skills needed to effectively support the WOCN practitioner and independently perform essential tasks.

Other information

• EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: None.
• EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Previous experience in an outpatient health care setting and 1 year of experience in a wound care setting is preferred.
• EDUCATION REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent; Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician or EMT education program is required.
• EDUCATION PREFERRED: None.
• TRAINING REQUIRED: None.
• TRAINING PREFERRED: None.
• SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• SPECIAL SKILLS PREFERRED: Proficiency in wound care techniques.
• LICENSURE REQUIRED: Current State of Wisconsin Certification as a Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program (Associate, Diploma or Certificate) is required; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.
• LICENSURE PREFERRED: None.

Perks & Benefits At Froedtert Health

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.