About this opportunity
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia lists this Acute Care Technician - Part Time opportunity in king of prussia, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Any (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.
At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.
CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.
A Brief Overview
The Acute Care Technician provides direct and indirect care duties under the guidance and direction of the registered nurse. The role performs a variety of invasive and non-invasive technical skills and specialized patient care procedures as well as other duties to support 24-hours of hospital operations.
Work Schedule
24 Hours
Mix of 8-Hour & 12-Hour Shifts
Rotating Days & Nights
Every 3rd weekend & assigned holidays
What you will do
1. Assists in the provision of care to patients and families under the direction of the RN, including but not limited to;
Performs or assists RN with initial triage / intake / evaluation for care
Documents patient care, vitals, weights, allergies, interventions
Monitors care and escalates concerns to clinical care team
Quickly and accurately communicates patient information to the appropriate team member
Performs bedside clinician role in traumas and resuscitations
Performs basic life support airway clearance including suctioning
Positions patients for various procedures and specimen collections including lumbar punctures
Transfers patients to other departments and areas utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment per departmental guidelines
Provides 1:1 safety observation per hospital standard
Initiates Behavioral Health Screening per policy
Application, removal, and supervision of restraints as per policy
Assists with evidence collection per hospital policy
Assists with dressing changes for central venous catheters
Assists with recovery from Phase II sedation
2. Performs procedures under direction of RN or Provider, including but not limited to;
Positioning, lifting, transferring, and turning of patients
Point of Care Testing
Peripheral IV insertion with and without venous blood sampling
Venipuncture/phlebotomy
Priming of parenteral fluids and enteral feeds
Oxygen administration, inclusive of bag-valve mask or mapleson airway support
EKGs
Wound care / dressing application
Casting and splinting per policy under the direction of the ED Provider
Spinal immobilization
Bladder scanning
Straight catheterization
OG/NG placement for gastric decompression
4. Maintains proficiency with transport and patient care equipment including, but not limited to, stretchers, monitoring and infusion pump
5. Responds to hospital emergencies as per local emergency response plans
6. Acts as hospital Decontamination Team member and participates in Bioresponse Preparedness
7. Complies with all CHOP policies and procedures
8. Utilizes and exemplifies safety behaviors for error prevention. Identifies potential safety concerns and communicates with clinical and unit leadership as appropriate
Education Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED Required
Technical Diploma EMT-Paramedic, EMT, LPN or similar program Preferred
Experience Qualifications
At least one (1) year Previous clinical health care experience Required
ED/Critical Care Technician at another hospital Preferred
Skills and Abilities
Ability to perform clinical technical tasks. (Required proficiency)
Ability to communicate effectively with people of all ages. (Required proficiency)
Basic knowledge of growth and development. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Preferred or
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Preferred
To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more. EEO / VEVRAA Federal Contractor | Tobacco Statement
SALARY RANGE:
$23.20 - $28.95 Hourly Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.
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Worksite address
king of prussia, PA, 19406, US
Who can apply
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