Intermediate Care Tech - Military Medic and Corpsmen Program - FTCarillion Clinic • Roanoke, Virginia, United States

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Intermediate Care Tech - Military Medic and Corpsmen Program - FT

Carillion Clinic

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

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Intermediate Care Tech - Military Medic and Corpsmen Program - FT (Open) Intermediate Care Tech - Veteran as part of the health care team, performs technical clinical services related to the care, cleanliness, safety and comfort for patients of all ages. Provides quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care. Important Note: Candidate Must Be Referred by the Virginia Department of Veterans Services - Military Medics and Corpsmen Program (MMAC) Do not apply to this position if you have not applied to MMAC first. Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges. Assisting with patient flow into/out of area using department/unit specific software and intranet. Perform necessary interventions based on competencies and established protocols/standards of care. Assists in behavioral/psychiatric situations to include crisis intervention, management of aggressive or suicidal psychiatric patients, and one-to-one observations. Will utilize de-escalation techniques on patients. Assists nursing and physicians with complex, specialized and potentially life-threatening procedures such as defibrillation, cardioversions, insertion of chest drainage tubes, or initiation of mechanical ventilation to restore normal physiological function or prevent deterioration of patient's condition. The incumbent must independently recognize life threatening situations and act to correct these according to established national or facility protocols. Operates specialized medical equipment such as defibrillators, electrocardiographs, and oxygen apparatus. Additional duties may include dressing changes, wound management, suture removal, IV insertion, NG/feeding tube and foley catheter insertion, splint, binder and bandage applications, and performance of tracheotomy care. Wound care, Specimen collection, preparation and transfer to the lab for processing of blood, tissue, urine, stool and sputum is expected to be a routine part of his/her practice. Exhibits competent knowledge of EMR and assists with chart audits. Demonstrates excellent telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills when answering phones and interacting with patients, visitors, physicians, and other health professionals. Observes cardiac monitors as assigned. Interprets and documents rhythm patterns on a routine basis. Reports arrhythmias and significant rate and rhythm changes to the RN completes documentation/placement on monitor flowsheet and files in paper chart. Applies monitoring equipment to patients and ensures correct functioning. Collaborates with the RN, physician, and other clinical disciplines to meet the needs of the patient who requires transportation between areas of care within the hospital. May transport monitored and unmonitored patients independently to diagnostic procedures and/or inpatient units. Monitoring the patient's condition en route and during procedures. May monitor and interpret EKG rhythms. Utilizes transportation algorithm to determine appropriate follow-up for emergent and /or urgent patient needs. Assists patients with activities of daily living. Will assist with ambulation of patients. May be assigned to transport patients independently monitoring the patient's condition on campus and during procedures. What We Require: Education: High School Graduate or equivalent. Graduate of Military Emergency Medical Course. Honorable Discharge. Experience: Must be a corpsmen, combat medic or air force medical technician with an honorable discharge in the last 12 months. Licensure/Certification: BLS, ACLS, PALS within one year of hire. Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills required. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position. Must be organized and self-motivated. Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you're away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse Discounts on childcare Continued education and training

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

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