CriticalCareTechnician

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento **Position Overview:** Functions as an integral part of the patient care team, who consistently performs activities related to patient care needs. Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge of technical functions as outlined in the principal accountabilities required in accomplishment of critically ill patient care needs. Manages multiple demands on his/her time to support the activity of the nursing staff, facilitate the timely flow of patient care in the department, and to ensure that the department is stocked and ready to receive and treat patients at all times. **Job Description** : **EDUCATION:** _Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._ HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience **CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:** BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:** Knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy required. Knowledge of the special equipment used on Critical Care patients preferred (i.e. cooling blankets, Baxter SVO2 monitors and Gastric Tonometers). Demonstrates ability to professionally handle public contact, confidential information and maintain effective workflow systems; able to prioritize. Possess ability to read and speak English legibly. Interpersonal and communication skills are required. **Job Shift:** Varied **Schedule:** Varied **Shift Hours:** 10 **Days of the Week:** Variable **Weekend Requirements:** Rotating Weekends **Benefits:** No **Unions:** No **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 20 **Employee Status:** Short Hour Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Hea