Clinical Technician, Medical Surgical

Position Title

Clinical Technician, Medical Surgical

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Clinical Technician III works under the direct supervision of the RN and is an active member of the health care team. Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Clinical Technician performs a variety of routine duties involving the care of patients including performing direct patient care or activities of daily living, observing changes in the status of patients, providing a clean and safe environment, transporting patients, and other related duties. Clinical Technicians must be empathetic and have good communication and nursing skills to care for patients.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required

Experience:

1 year experience as a Clinical Technician II as defined in the core skills for Clinical Technician III, or

1 year experience as a Clinical Technician II who has successfully completed the VHC Health Clinical Technician III education, or

Completed a training program meeting core skills & competencies, or

Successful completion of the VHC Health Nurse Externship Program

Certification/Licensure:

BLS Certification required.