Basic Life Support (BLS), Communication Skills, EMT-Paramedics, Geriatrics, Healthcare, Hospital, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Assistance, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Pacemaker, Patient Care, Pediatrics, Phlebotomy, Problem Solving Skills, Registered Nurse (RN)
Description - External
Eligible for $1000 SIGN-ON BONUS - Join Our Team as a Clinical Tech at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital!
Department: Critical Decision Unit
Location: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, 205 N East Ave., Jackson, MI 49201
Schedule: 36 hours per week, every other weekend and holiday rotation
Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Are you passionate about patient care and looking to grow in a dynamic, supportive healthcare environment? As a Clinical Tech, you'll play a hands-on role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care under the guidance of our dedicated nursing staff and physicians. Whether you're taking vitals, assisting with procedures, or simply ensuring comfort, you'll be a vital part of the patient journey.
Observation Unit - 19 bed wing
- Fast-paced environment
- RN autonomy
- Excellent provider partnerships
- Self-scheduling
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Your day-to-day impact includes:
- Collecting and recording essential patient data - vitals, food and fluid intake/output, and more - with precision and care.
- Responding to patient needs and partnering with RNs to ensure maximum comfort and safety.
- Noticing the little changes that can make a big difference - and reporting them promptly.
- Supporting mobility by helping patients ambulate and get where they need to go.
- Assisting with oxygen devices under RN direction and applying slings post-pacemaker procedures.
- Performing clinical tasks such as Foley catheter insertion, bladder scans, enemas, blood glucose checks, and documenting results.
- Providing help with daily activities, like dressing, meals, and hygiene.
- Supporting RNs during equipment use and bedside procedures.
- Delivering culturally sensitive care to a wide range of patients - from pediatrics to geriatrics.
- Promoting positive experiences for patients and their families through kind, respectful interaction.
- Performing phlebotomy and IV access procedures with confidence and care.
Qualifications - External
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
To qualify, you'll need a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following:
- Current nursing student (minimum two completed semesters)
- Graduate of an LPN, EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assistant program
- Certified in Phlebotomy
- Previous Clinical Tech experience
Also required:
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to tailor care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
- Experience in an acute care setting (preferred, not required)
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Valid BLS certification (or must be obtained during Patient Care Orientation)
Additional Information
- Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
- Department: Critical Decision Unit
- Shift: Day Job
- Union Code: Not Applicable