Vascular Access Technician - Vain Team

Job Description Summary The Vascular Access Technician (VAT) I supports the Vascular Access Insertion Nursing (VAIN) team by assisting with bedside vascular access procedures and performing phlebotomy services in an inpatient setting. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and adherence to infection prevention standards. The VAT collaborates closely with registered nurses to ensure efficient and high-quality vascular access services, including preparation of sterile fields, specimen collection, and clinical support tasks. Job Description Summary The Vascular Access Technician (VAT) I supports the Vascular Access Insertion Nursing (VAIN) team by assisting with bedside vascular access procedures and performing phlebotomy services in an inpatient setting. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and adherence to infection prevention standards. The VAT collaborates closely with registered nurses to ensure efficient and high-quality vascular access services, including preparation of sterile fields, specimen collection, and clinical support tasks. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC000745 CHS - Vain Team (Vascular Accecss & Insertion Nursing) (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-21 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Job Description Vascular Access Technician I minimum requirements: Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Experience: Completion of an accredited phlebotomy certificate program required. For current MUSC Health team members hired before October 4, 2026, who are working in a PCT role, successful completion and validation of 25 phlebotomy collections may be accepted in place of an accredited phlebotomy certificate. Credentials: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required within the first two weeks of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Vascular Access Technician II Minimum Requirements Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Completion of the MUSC Safety Coach education course is also required. Experience: Completion of an accredited phlebotomy certificate program required. For current MUSC Health team members working in a PCT role, successful completion and validation of 25 phlebotomy collections may be accepted in place of an accredited phlebotomy certificate. Candidates must also meet one of the following requirements: At least one year of clinical experience in a VAT I role while working at least a 0.6 FTE; or For external candidates, at least one year of phlebotomy experience. External candidates must complete MUSC Safety Coach training within six months of hire. Credentials: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required within the first two weeks of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Vascular Access Technician III Minimum Requirements Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Completion of the MUSC Safety Coach education course and the MUSC PIV training program is also required. Experience: Completion of an accredited phlebotomy certificate program required. For current MUSC Health team members working in a PCT role, successful completion and validation of 25 phlebotomy collections may be accepted in place of an accredited phlebotomy certificate. Candidates must also meet one of the following requirements: At least 1-year clinical experience in a VAT II role while working at least a 0.6 FTE; or For external candidates, 12 years of phlebotomy experience. External candidates must complete MUSC Safety Coach training within six months of hire. Credentials: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required within the first two weeks of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional Job Description Physical Requirements Mobility & Posture Standing: Continuous Sitting: Continuous Walking: Continuous Climbing stairs: Infrequent Working indoors: Continuous Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent Working from elevated areas: Frequent Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent Kneeling: Infrequent Bending at the waist: Continuous Twisting at the waist: Frequent Squatting: Frequent Manual Dexterity & Strength Pinching operations: Frequent Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous Reaching overhead: Frequent Reaching in all directions: Continuous Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous Full use of both legs: Continuous Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent Lifting & Force Requirements Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent Examples: Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force Vision & Sensory Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous Color discrimination: Continuous Depth perception: Continuous Peripheral vision: Continuous Tactile sensory function: Continuous Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous Selected Positions Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous Respirator use qualification: Continuous Work Environment & Conditions Effective stress management: Continuous Rotating shifts: Frequent Overtime as required: Frequent Latex-safe environment: Continuous If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! 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