Clinical Summary: Evaluates patient care and progress, notifying registered nurse of any discrepancies. Practices according to scope of practice as defined by law, except for specific limitations that may be put in place at discretion of Skiff Medical Center. Under the supervision and direction of an RN, the technician shall administer perform venipuncture including IV placement, phlebotomy, performing basic clinical skills and assisting both the RN and independent medical practitioner with other procedural skills as deemed competent. The tech will be responsible to assist with stocking, cleaning and ordering supplies in the clinical area.

Clerical Summary: Provides support to the unit secretary by performing responsibilities and skills of the unit secretary. Must become proficient with the Meditech computer admission process to assist in patient flow and registration. Other responsibilities include: answering the phone, obtaining medical records, providing assistance to visitors and families, being the center of communication for the hospital at times when the business office is closed, being responsible for the admission of the patient to the hospital when the patient is admitted through the Emergency Department, assisting with the collection of data from the ED patient and their family, contacting ancillary staff as needed, helping to make transfer arrangements, ordering and maintaining office supplies, and being responsible for assisting with collection and input of data as needed for QI.

• Must be able to read, write and follow written and oral instructions in English. Able to comprehend basic medical terminology and perform math skills.
• Must be able to obtain BLS certification within three months of hire and maintain BCLS certification at healthcare provider level.
• Must be able to obtain Mandatory Reporter certifications within three months of hire and maintain certification.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Completion of 75-hour certified nurse aide course required; Completion of 150-hour advanced certified nurse aide course preferred.
    OR
• Certified as EMT-B or greater in the State of Iowa or on National Registry