Clinical Technician, 4NE Medical Surgical

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Medical Surgical Unit, also known as 4NE , is a dynamic 24-bed unit dedicated to caring for adult and geriatric patients. The team provides high-quality general medical care while also supporting surgical overflow, offering nurses a well-rounded and engaging clinical experience. On 4NE, nurses regularly utilize a broad range of core medical-surgical skills, including comprehensive ADL support, medication administration across all routes, and IV placement. This variety allows team members to continuously strengthen their clinical foundation while gaining exposure to diverse patient needs.

 

What truly sets 4NE apart is its people. The unit is made up of a diverse team with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, creating an environment where learning from one another is part of the everyday culture. Teamwork is a priority on 4NE, and staff consistently support one another while working toward a shared goal: delivering excellent patient care. The team proudly describes 4NE as having “the best team ever,” built on collaboration, respect, and a strong sense of unity.

 

Located in Arlington, Virginia , VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital. We have proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan community for more than 75 years. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the region, VHC Health has earned recognition as a 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Employer and a 2025 Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. We also hold the prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing excellence. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care when it matters most.

Responsibilities

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.  

In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. 

VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. 

The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. 

VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. 

VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations. 

Qualifications

Purpose & Scope:

The Clinical Technician II 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.

Equivalent experience is required.

Experience:

Six months of experience as a Clinical Technician I or equivalent clinical experience as defined in the CORE skills for Clinical Technician II, completion or enrollment in Clinical Technician II program or equivalent, or student nurses who have successfully completed the medical/surgical clinical experiences and didactic is required.

Certification/Licensure:

BLS certification is required.

Other Qualifications

Minimum of six education hours related to current role.