Technical asst ii - Nursing
JOB CODE: Nu2301 full time nights 7p-7a with weekends rotate
ABOUT US
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.
JOB TYPE
Classification: Non Exempt
Supervises Positions
Job summary
- Provides patient care services, cleans, maintains and stocks supplies and equipment and applies the principles of standard precautions and infection control in a variety of settings.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate for the population assigned.
- Receives assignments as delegated by the RN.
- The Certified Technical Assistant will be able to access data reflective of the patient’s status and report the information needed to identify each patients needs relative to this information.
- Provides care based on established policies and procedures.
- The Technical Assistant performs clerical, phlebotomy, safety attendant and other duties as assigned within their scope.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience
1 year of experience preferred. Previous healthcare experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
Licensure
Current CNA, Phlebotomy, or CMA/CCMA/RMA certification with state required.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required
Basic computer knowledge with demonstrated administrative skills. Basic knowledge of medical terminology. Demonstrated critical thinking skills. High level of compassion, desire to help others and highly motivated.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred
Phlebotomy and medical terminology.
Competencies • Patient Care
- Provides and documents assistance to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse.
- Assists in room turnaround, including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment.
- Organizes supplies and equipment as needed.
- Nursing
- Expertise: Assists with patient care while complying with Department, Hospital, and Regulatory policies and procedures.
- Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques.
- Adheres to safety measures.
The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
Physical demands
Physical Demand Code
- Medium to
- Heavy
- Physical
- Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.
- OTHER
- May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention:
- On call responsibilities as directed:
- Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed:
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
