Ambulatory Care Technician

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center -
Chesapeake, VA

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Job Details

3 days ago

Qualifications

Patient resuscitation
Cardiovascular emergency response
Surgical techniques
High school diploma or GED
Surgery
Medical laboratory work
Orthopedics

Full Job Description

Summary

The Ambulatory Care Technician is responsible for assisting in the Pre-Admission Testing Department for direct patient care under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse, and for orienting and assisting in the training of new staff and students. The Ambulatory Care Technician must be competent and apply knowledge in aseptic technique, laboratory services, EKG, and orthopedic and minor surgical procedures.

General Responsibilities

These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.

Demonstrate skill and judgment necessary to implement interventions and procedures necessary for total patient care as delegated by the RN
Perform concepts of aseptic technique according to the hospital policy and procedures and the aseptic technique competency:
- Wipe down all treatment surfaces in unit with approved solution
- Open supplies for minor surgical cases not more than 30 minutes prior to scheduled time of surgical procedure
- Report break in aseptic technique immediately to the Charge Nurse
- Discard contaminated items immediately and notify Charge Nurse
Collect necessary instruments and supplies and anticipate additional supplies or equipment; maintain stock of supplies and equipment
Assure the procedure room is properly prepared prior to the case
Achieve workable organizational techniques; keep mayo stand, floor, and operative field clean and dry as procedure permits
Control own movements to maintain sterile environment and deter risk of infection
Handle specimens properly in accordance to established policies
Properly dispose of sharps, trash, linen, and sponges
Consult with and keep Charge Nurse apprised of needs and problems regarding case
Follow established routines and utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner

Clinical and Technical Duties

Demonstrate the ability to operate equipment in the Emergency Department and Observation/Outpatient Procedure Unit
Demonstrates competency in operating electrocardiogram equipment by:
- Calibrating machine and loading graph paper
- Competently determine orthostatic blood pressures
Perform blood glucose monitoring, urine pregnancy test, urine dipstick, and Guaiac studies
Prepare STD/wet prep exams
Transport specimens to lab as required
Collect urinalysis according to departmental procedure
Perform phlebotomy services on all patients
Prepare specimens to be sent to consulting laboratories
Read, sort, and distribute requisitions from printers
Accept and correlate identified specimens with correct order number, and deliver to proper laboratory department
Interpret physician orders for laboratory testing
Perform computer data entry for lab specimens
Obtain blood products from Blood Bank
Assist physician and/or physician assistant with closed reduction procedures
Assist physician and/or physician assistant during orthopedic procedures
Demonstrate crutch walking to patients
Apply splints
Work under the direction of the nurse in the Quick Care area to assist with orthopedic procedures (i.e., fractures, sprains)
Assist in fitting patients with orthopedic equipment
Assist physician and/or physician assistant with suturing/stapling
Perform EKG's
Remove Foley catheters
May assist with enemas
Remove IV's and heplocks
Ensure that vital signs are taken and recorded as directed
Accurately notify nurse and appropriate health care team of pertinent changes in patient's condition
Initiate basic definitive care or life support measures under the supervision of an RN
Input physician orders and document vital signs and procedures performed
Assist nurse with triage vital signs on patient and charts; reports specific observations to RN
Communicate appropriate triage data to charge nurse/staff nurse in order for them to determine bed placement
Bring patients in from waiting areas based on the direction of charge nurse or triage nurse, and prepares them for examination
Document/report clinical finding to RN in complete fashion
Initiate care and standards of patient care for specific injuries and illnesses as directed by staff and standing protocols
Assist EMS/RN staff with transferring of patients to beds
Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Charge Nurse and/or Nurse Manager
Supervises: None
Responsibilities: Not applicable

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Minimum Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent with post-training as either Certified Nursing Assistant, Paramedic, Shock-Trauma Technician, Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, or are a Nursing or EMS student
Preferred Education:
Not applicable

Experience

2+ years' experience in an acute care facility, corpsman experience, or formal phlebotomy/laboratory/paramedic training; must demonstrate competency in aseptic technique, cardiac arrhythmias, laboratory services, and orthopedic and minor surgical procedures

Certification

Applicant must hold a current BLS and/or ACLS certification.

Experience

Required

2 year(s): experience in an acute care facility, corpsman experience, or formal phlebotomy/laboratory/paramedic training; must demonstrate competency in aseptic technique, cardiac arrhythmias, laboratory services, and orthopedic and minor surgical procedures

Education

Required

Technical/other training or better in Phlebotomy
Technical/other training or better in Medical Assisting
Technical/other training or better in Paramedic
High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Advanced Cardiac Life Sup
Basic Life Saving

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Summary

General Responsibilities

These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.

Demonstrate skill and judgment necessary to implement interventions and procedures necessary for total patient care as delegated by the RN

Perform concepts of aseptic technique according to the hospital policy and procedures and the aseptic technique competency:

Wipe down all treatment surfaces in unit with approved solution

Open supplies for minor surgical cases not more than 30 minutes prior to scheduled time of surgical procedure

Report break in aseptic technique immediately to the Charge Nurse

Discard contaminated items immediately and notify Charge Nurse

Collect necessary instruments and supplies and anticipate additional supplies or equipment; maintain stock of supplies and equipment

Assure the procedure room is properly prepared prior to the case

Achieve workable organizational techniques; keep mayo stand, floor, and operative field clean and dry as procedure permits

Control own movements to maintain sterile environment and deter risk of infection

Handle specimens properly in accordance to established policies

Properly dispose of sharps, trash, linen, and sponges

Consult with and keep Charge Nurse apprised of needs and problems regarding case

Follow established routines and utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner

Clinical and Technical Duties

Demonstrate the ability to operate equipment in the Emergency Department and Observation/Outpatient Procedure Unit

Demonstrates competency in operating electrocardiogram equipment by:

Calibrating machine and loading graph paper

Competently determine orthostatic blood pressures

Perform blood glucose monitoring, urine pregnancy test, urine dipstick, and Guaiac studies

Prepare STD/wet prep exams

Transport specimens to lab as required

Collect urinalysis according to departmental procedure

Perform phlebotomy services on all patients

Prepare specimens to be sent to consulting laboratories

Read, sort, and distribute requisitions from printers

Accept and correlate identified specimens with correct order number, and deliver to proper laboratory department

Interpret physician orders for laboratory testing

Perform computer data entry for lab specimens

Obtain blood products from Blood Bank

Assist physician and/or physician assistant with closed reduction procedures

Assist physician and/or physician assistant during orthopedic procedures

Demonstrate crutch walking to patients

Apply splints

Work under the direction of the nurse in the Quick Care area to assist with orthopedic procedures (i.e., fractures, sprains)

Assist in fitting patients with orthopedic equipment

Assist physician and/or physician assistant with suturing/stapling

Perform EKG's

Remove Foley catheters

May assist with enemas

Remove IV's and heplocks

Ensure that vital signs are taken and recorded as directed

Accurately notify nurse and appropriate health care team of pertinent changes in patient's condition

Initiate basic definitive care or life support measures under the supervision of an RN

Input physician orders and document vital signs and procedures performed

Assist nurse with triage vital signs on patient and charts; reports specific observations to RN

Communicate appropriate triage data to charge nurse/staff nurse in order for them to determine bed placement

Bring patients in from waiting areas based on the direction of charge nurse or triage nurse, and prepares them for examination

Document/report clinical finding to RN in complete fashion

Initiate care and standards of patient care for specific injuries and illnesses as directed by staff and standing protocols

Assist EMS/RN staff with transferring of patients to beds

Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services

Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Charge Nurse and/or Nurse Manager

Supervises: None

Responsibilities: Not applicable

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Minimum Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent with post-training as either Certified Nursing Assistant, Paramedic, Shock-Trauma Technician, Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, or are a Nursing or EMS student

Preferred Education: Not applicable

Experience

2+ years' experience in an acute care facility, corpsman experience, or formal phlebotomy/laboratory/paramedic training; must demonstrate competency in aseptic technique, cardiac arrhythmias, laboratory services, and orthopedic and minor surgical procedures

Certification

Applicant must hold a current BLS and/or ACLS certification.

Experience

Education

Licenses & Certifications

Minimum Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent with post-training as either Certified Nursing Assistant, Paramedic, Shock-Trauma Technician, Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, or are a Nursing or EMS student

Preferred Education:
Not applicable