Unit Tech- Part Time

Unit Tech- Part Time

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The Unit Tech/Monitor Tech assumes responsibility for the organization and clerical activities for the nursing unit.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Works under the direction of the Nurse Manager or the Charge Nurse.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, visitors, and staff, in a timely and efficient manner.
• Performs unit tasks in an effective and timely manner.
• Demonstrates accuracy and efficiency in computer and clerical skills.
• Gathers and distributes clinical data as assigned.
• Orders supplies and maintains nurses' station in an orderly, neat manner.
• Documents legibly according to hospital policy.
• Utilizes equipment appropriately (printer, computer, telephone, fax machine, etc)
• Actively participates in implementation of PI plan.
• Employees in positions involving patient charting and related functions must possess competency in use of technology and computers.
• Assist with ordering and organization of supplies
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementing the unit PI plan.
• Demonstrates an awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals.
• Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.
• Follows established hospital/department safety policies.
• Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities including sitting, standing and walking. Bending, stooping, and lifting is minimal.
• The work environment may be physically confining.
• Normal hearing or the use of adaptive hearing devices to enhance hearing required.
• Visual acuity required for a variety of activities.
• Must be able to sit and utilize PC for long periods of time.
• Good manual dexterity required for keyboard activities.
• Ability to do shift work as required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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