Technician I

Job Title: Technician I Department: Lipson Cancer Institute - St. Mary's Location: 55 Genesee St, Rochester, NY 14611 Hours Per Week: Per Diem Schedule: Per Diem SUMMARY: Provides direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans as determined/delegated by a licensed nurse. Responsible to execute tasks and skills with quality and safe care. All interactions must be aligned with the overall expectation of a positive patient experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs cleaning of appropriate equipment, changing of bed linens, stocks appropriate supplies in the patient room/unit, and prepares rooms for anticipated admissions. Provide safe and competent care for patients with relationship to nutritional, skin integrity, elimination & hygiene needs including bathing, grooming, and patient comfort measures. Performs a wide variety of clinical duties under the direction/supervision of an RN. Including but not limited to patient vital signs, pulse oximetry, EKG, one to one and admission and discharge process. Perform correct procedures in the collection and disposition of some specimens. Demonstrate excellent communication skills, compassion and professionalism. Assist with safe ambulation, transferring, and demonstrates appropriate utilization of lift devices. Follows all safety initiatives for the department. Assist in post mortem care. Meets unit/department specific skills and competency expectations. Assist in timely and courteous responses to patient call lights and or any patient/family requests for assistance. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age requirement: 18 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree. Completion of one of the following is strongly preferred: Nursing Fundamentals, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, or one year experience as a medical assistant/technician in a health related facility. Excellent customer service and communication skills highly desired. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. PAY RANGE: $19.00 - $21.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr