Urgent Care Support Technician

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Elk Lakes Med Ctr, US:CO:Greeley

Department: UCHlthMG G Elk Lake Urg Care

FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 68.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Flex

Pay: $21.49 - $27.94 / hour. Pay is based on relevant experience.

Summary: Join our dynamic team as an Urgent Care Support Technician, where you will provide critical patient care under the guidance of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses. In this fast-paced environment, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients receive timely and compassionate care.

Responsibilities:

• Optimize patient flow in the department and keep patients informed of wait times.
• Monitor patients closely and alert the provider or RN if a patient shows signs of distress.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist throughout the process.
• Execute procedures such as Foley catheter insertion, complex splinting, and venipuncture.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam and treatment rooms, ensuring all equipment is sanitized according to guidelines.
• Order and manage supplies as directed to uphold operational efficiency.
• Utilize critical thinking skills and decisive judgment to make quick decisions with minimal supervision.

Requirements:

• Emergency Medical Technician certification or equivalent.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant credentials are acceptable.
• Licensed Practical Nurse status is a plus.
• EMT-Paramedic qualification or completion of a military medic course.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory, with IV proficiency as per department guidelines within six months of hire.
• Valid BLS card from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required before starting.

At UCHealth, we are committed to improving lives through compassionate care and innovative practices. Join our team, and you’ll not only enjoy competitive pay but also benefit from a comprehensive rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, employer-matched 403(b), and tuition assistance for further education.

Loan Repayment: UCHealth participates in the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, providing free assistance to help navigate the application process.

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences. UCHealth is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements without discrimination.