Critical Care Tech

I. Position Summary:

Provides patient care under the supervision of the Staff Nurse to include but not limited to assisting with ADLs specimen collection, transportation of patients, patient preparation for procedures, collection of vital signs and unit specific procedures and tasks which require documented competencies. Responsible for fulfillment of Houston Healthcare mission, values, and quality commitment. Participates as a team member to ensure appropriate resources are available to all internal and external customers.

II. Qualifications: A. Education

Training:

Graduate of an approved State Technical College program in patient care assisting, licensed practical nursing, medical assistant, emergency medical technician or paramedic or currently enrolled in and participating in the clinical portion of a nursing program. B. Experience:

Two (2) years# experience as a patient care tech (or similar title) in a hospital. Hospital experience may be substituted with Two (2) years patient care assisting experience in other health care facilities and a GA Certified Nursing Assistant certification or Two (2) years# experience as a medical technician or hospital corpsman in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Current enrollment in clinical portion of a nursing program eliminates experience requirement. C. Required Certification/Registration/Licensure: Current AHA/ARC BLS certification.

Completion of the Rhythm Interpretation Course CLEP test or classroom course or obtained within 3 months. CPT training within 9 months of hire. Current PEARS (Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization) or obtained within (9) nine months of hire.

Must obtain and maintain required ortho education/training as mandated in the Houston Healthcare Joint Destination Center of Excellence Policy. D. Knowledge, Skills

Abilities:

Medical terminology, hospital professional services, documentation and various departmental responsibilities, anatomy # physiology, infection control, vital signs, medical records (charting and obtaining health histories), assistance with physical exams, specimen collection, patient focused care, dressing changes (clean # sterile). Successful candidates will be subject to criminal background and drug screens. EOE/AA/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled