Ambulatory Tech 2

Under general direction from Nursing Leadership, assists providers during exams. Performs a variety of clinical tasks in support of patient care in out-patient clinics including a variety of technical, procedural and information systems tasks involving patient care functions affecting the comfort, care and safety of patients.

Responsibilities

Assists providers during exams; Applies clinical knowledge while assisting provider during exam; Attaches patient to diagnostic and medical equipment; Provides information, comfort and care to the patient during exam; Ensures supplies and equipment are readily available; Obtains vital signs; Performs diagnostic testing and specimen collection per provider order; Accurately labels, logs and processes specimens; Enters patient data, condition and care given into electronic medical record system; Maintains adequacy of clinical equipment and medical supply levels; Conducts inventory of supplies and monitors expiration dates; Implements standard infection prevention measures; Precepts new Ambulatory Technologists to the area with RN oversight; May assist providers as a surgical procedure assistant; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in customer focused/service setting; Or equivalent combination of education and experience; Minimum of 6 months of progressively responsible professional work experience in the ambulatory clinic setting

Nice to have

Associate's degree preferred; Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and computer experience preferred