Hospital Technician I

Job Summary:

To assist the nurse by providing care and treatment of patients in accordance with UMMC policy and nursing practice laws and regulations. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Performs clerical duties, which may include answering phones, taking and delivering messages, and providing information to patients.

Answers patients' signals, assesses patient's needs, and communicates request to pertinent individuals as necessary; provides for needs of the patient and family members when possible.

Records vital signs accurately and reports any changes to the RN. Informs RN of any unusual occurrences or changes in patient's condition. Maintains accurate records (vital signs, I/O, weight, etc.) And reports changes to the nurse.

Performs bath and hygiene measures, feeding and other activities of daily living as necessary.

Participates in the care of the patient by lifting, turning, and repositioning the patient, utilizing proper body mechanics and equipment.

Escorts and or transports patients and equipment to various hospital locations, as required.

Helps prepare patients for treatments, exams, procedures and assists with/chaperones procedures as appropriate in current clinical setting

The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, occasional crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, frequent twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Requirements

Education & Experience:

High school diploma/GED.

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: N/A