What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care Tech position at Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics?
Description
Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus
Department: SH ICU Intensive Care Unit
Position Type: Full Time
Start Time: 19:00
Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.
We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There’s something about Salem, Oregon!
Your Role With Us:
As a Critical Care Tech in the ICU at Salem Health, your role would involve performing a variety of essential clinical and support tasks to ensure optimal patient care and safety. You will be responsible for accurately completing medical procedures as per policy, ensuring only those tasks within your demonstrated competency are performed. This includes assisting with equipment maintenance, stocking and checking supplies for expiration, conducting point-of-care (POC) testing, and assisting in invasive line insertions, such as central lines and arterial lines, while maintaining sterile technique. You will also assist with monitoring vital signs, perform 12-lead EKGs, set up pressure lines, and respond to emergency codes like Code Blue and Code Airway/Alert. Additionally, you'll support patient daily living activities, ensuring their safety and comfort, while promoting self-care and reinforcing patient teaching. Clear communication is key, as you will document patient information, report changes in condition to the RN, and collaborate with the care team to maintain a safe environment. Your role will also involve completing mandatory education, staying informed through unit updates, and maintaining certifications, including BLS. By fulfilling these responsibilities, you'll contribute to the efficient functioning of the ICU and the delivery of high-quality care to patients in critical condition.
Total Rewards Offerings:
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Live Well Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Education assistance program
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
- Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria
- Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others
Background/Expertise:
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant License REQUIRED
- Active Basic Life Support Certification REQUIRED
- Recent Experience in critical care service setting REQUIRED
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org
