This position provides direct patient care under the general supervision of a licensed professional at a higher scope of practice. Responsible for assisting licensed professionals with patient procedures and completing patient care tasks within scope of training. Participates in the training and orientation of Emerg Tech staff, as assigned. This position utilizes knowledge, judgment, and skills achieved through FHP-provided technical training and certifications, allowing for a wider scope of practice. Provides high quality care and an excellent patient experience.
Responsibilities
Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective communication and flow of information throughout the department.
Order supplies and trouble shoot supply issues as needed.
Responsible for stocking and maintaining supplies in patient care areas. Troubleshoot and escalate supply chain issues as needed.
Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting patient care areas and equipment. Manages all clinical waste to ensure it is disposed of properly.
Performs basic prescribed standard non-invasive cardiovascular procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems, adjust as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation.
Transports or assist with transporting monitored and non-monitored patients within the facility. Assists with patient handling and lifting.
Performs specimen collection and patient preparation, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity by using appropriate techniques as required. Aliquots and labels specimens according to established departmental procedures and practices, delivers specimens to the technical area in a timely manner and/ or performs initial processing and preparation of samples for transport. Transport of patient specimens and/or patients, per guidelines.
Promotes continuity of care by recognizing and reporting abnormalities and/or changes in patient's health status and responses to treatment.
Assists Emerg Tech Educator with orientation and training of staff and students.
Participates on assigned committees and teams.
Additional tasks as assigned within scope or competency.
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Current C.N.A. license in state of practice OR EMT-1 national certification or higher required.
Requires the knowledge normally demonstrated with a minimum of One (1) year of relevant work experience.
BLS certification required.
FHP sponsored Phlebotomy required within twelve (12) months of hire/transfer.
Preceptor certification required within six (6) months of hire/transfer.
Must have good written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with all levels of staff, independent practitioners, patients and other contacts.
Requires the ability to be attentive to details and to adhere to strict safety requirements for handling infectious agents.
Prior experience/training in non-invasive cardiology procedures
Additional related education and/or experience preferred
About Foundation Health Partners Beginning January 1, 2017, Tanana Valley Clinic, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and Denali Center became part of Foundation Health Partners, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. Foundation Health Partners will operate all three facilities through a 15-member Board of Directors. At Foundation Health Partners, our patients and residents are at the heart of everything we do. Community owned and operated - we are dedicated to providing compassionate health care for every chapter in your life story.
About Tanana Valley Clinic Tanana Valley Clinic (TVC) has provided state-of-the-art medical services to the Fairbanks Community and Interior Alaska for over 50 years. TVC is a 60-provider multi-specialty group. We have an excellent group of physicians and clinical staff, many of whom have been at TVC for 20+ years, as a testament to our friendly work environment. Our passionate staff seek to make TVC the Medical Home for the people of the Interior of Alaska.
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio, a culture of Shared Leadership, and are proud members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.
About Fairbanks Denali Center Located next to Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Denali Center is a 90-bed comprehensive short and long-term care facility offering uniquely compassionate care to our adult patient population. Following the Eden Alternative, we foster a core belief that aging should be a continued stage of development and growth, rather than a period of decline. Within our inviting setting, we provide residents with access to daily activities, visits from friends and family, a place to worship and on-site shopping options. We also provide our dedicated health care professionals with deeply rewarding career opportunities and fulfilling lifestyle options.