Medical Technician- Per Diem

Ability to perform phlebotomy, EKG and clerical duties in the pre-surgical setting

• Takes EKG’s accurately.
• Provides patient privacy while taking EKG’s.
• Demonstrates knowledge of use of equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology.
• Performs phlebotomy on patients and follows established technique, be courteous
• to patients, proper labeling and identification of patient, disposing of needles and exercising standard precautions.
• Prepares and maintains EKG and phlebotomy supplies for use.
• Notifies Assistant Head Nurse/charge nurse of Equipment failure and/or need for maintenance in a timely manner.
• Learns new duties in a appropriate timeframe and adjusts to new situations encountered on the job
• Completes assignments without interference to quality of work.
• Adapts to changes in workload without interference to patient care.
• Assembles charts and other paperwork.
• Completes lab and EKF requests accurately, following the requirements of receiving departments.
• Deliver/pick up reports an specimens to/from the lab.
• Fax reports to the physician offices as directed by the Pre Surgical Testing nurse.
• Receives and communicates all pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
• Functions appropriately during emergency and crisis situations.
• Communicates effectively with:
  • patients and families
  • other nursing personnel
  • other departments
  • Supervisory
• Maintains a clean, safe, functional working environment.
• Consistently demonstrates a concern for cleanliness and infection control practices.
• Always observes hospital uniform/dress code and wears identification badge.
• Always promotes positive relations when interacting with patients and/or fellow employees.
• Demonstrates ability in the care and handling of patients in all age groups including, but not limited to, consideration of the special needs and behavior of each respective group.
• Performs other functions as required or requested.
• Attendance/Punctuality- employee is punctual and attendance is consistent with hospital policy.
• Mandatory Education- exhibits an understanding of the hospital’s Mandatory Program.
• Fire/Safety- demonstrates an understanding of the hospital’s fire and safety program and procedures as outlined in the fire and safety manual.
• Infection Control- consistently utilizes infection control practices.
• Dress Code- always observes the hospital dress code and wears identification badge.
• Adaptability/Flexibility- learns new tasks, accepts new duties and adjusts to new procedures/processes/requirements.
• Attitude- shows interest, enthusiasm and cooperation in work, company and associates.
• Judgment- consistently chooses an appropriate course of action asks questions and asks for guidance as appropriate.
• Initiative- performs assigned tasks, without detailed instructions.
• Responsibility- assumes and carries out assigned tasks and is accountable for results.
• Identifies and plans for the specific growth and developmental needs of patients.
• Demonstrates ability in the care and handling of patients in all age groups including, but not limited, consideration of the special needs and behavior of each respective group.
• Demonstrates clinical competency in the specific area of nursing in which she/he practices.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Education: High School Diploma or GED,

Phlebotomy Certification; BLS (AHA)