Prepares patients for exams, transports and provides assistance to patient as required.
Assists physicians with technical and minor surgical procedures, including but not limited to: local surgical procedures, advanced surgical application and removal of wound dressings and contact casts, compression therapy, ultrasonic debridement, sharp debridement and biopsies.
Prepares cultures of wounds and delivers specimens to the lab.
Assists the RN with presenting basic patient instructions.
Reports need for clarification to physician and/or RN, clients, families and ancillary departments.
Prepares and sets up supplies, instruments and equipment needed in patient rooms prior to treatment.
Cleans treatment and exam rooms after patient use.
Prepares, calibrates and operates equipment and instrumentation according to specifications indicated by the physician.
Monitors blood glucose levels using blood glucose monitor.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Typically requires 1 year of experience in direct patient care experience in an acute care medical atmosphere, which includes experiences as a medical assistant, nursing assistant, or emergency medical technician.
Ability to work independently and have strong prioritization skills.
Excellent service to patients and internal customers.
Basic skills in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products.

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
and Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off programs
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Wound Care Tech

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