Ambulatory Tech

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, including dynamapp, pulse oximeter, EKG, cardiac monitor and pneumatic tourniquet; Provides information, comfort and care to the patient during exam; Ensures supplies and equipment are readily available; Escorts patients from waiting area to exam areas; Obtains vital signs; Performs diagnostic testing and specimen collection per provider order; Enters patient data, condition and care given into electronic medical record system; Performs administrative duties as assigned; Maintains adequacy of clinical equipment and medical supply levels; Implements standard infection prevention measures; Precepts new Ambulatory Technologists to the area; May assist providers with patient processes as a surgical procedure assistant; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

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

Nice to have

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