What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-skilled Technician - MST - Orthopedics position at Saint Joseph Health System?
Why Saint Joseph Health System?
Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana.
What we offer:
- NO mandatory overtime
- Benefits first day of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD
- Retirement savings account with employer match
- Generous paid time off programs
- Employee referral incentive program
- Tuition/professional development reimbursement
- State of the art equipment
- Supportive team approach
At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That character guides every decision we make - even when those decisions are complicated, costly or hard. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology, people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for quality care.
Multi-skilled Technician under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities.
JOB DUTIES
1) Actively demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values.
2) Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information.
3) Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including taking blood glucose measurements, recording intake and output, assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, and eating.
4) Performs ordered EKGs according to policy and per documented training and competency assessment.
5) Performs Phlebotomy duties according to policy and per documented training and competency assessment.
6) Assists with keeping patient rooms stocked, clean, and orderly. Attends required in-services, workshops, retreats, staff meetings.
7) Participates in and fosters a performance improvement approach that includes both intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities.
8) Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
Education: The level of knowledge ordinarily acquired through the completion of high school level courses.
Ability to read, write, and spell English and perform simple arithmetic calculations.
Licensure:
- Successful completion of EKG and Phlebotomy course upon hire or transfer.
- Successful completion of the initial clinical competency requirements in order to perform independently.
- CPR certification on hire or able to attain within 60 days.
Experience: Previous patient care experience and/or technical education in health-related field preferred.
Other Job Requirements:
Effective Communication Skills
Participates in and fosters a performance improvement approach that includes both intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities.
Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on departmental and/or organizational needs.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
