Health Technician - PRN | Eye Center - Hampton Oaks Medical Plaza | Gainesville

Overview

PRN Position

Monday-Friday

Join UF Health and be part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, innovation, and community impact. We are currently seeking a passionate individual who is eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare environment.

The health technician participates in the care of patients in a physician office setting by measuring and recording vital signs, placing patients in rooms, completing simple tasks to prepare patients for exams/procedures and providing patient/family support. The health technician assists the nursing staff and healthcare provider during exams when necessary. Performs clinic specific technical skills.

• Patient and facility are appropriately prepared prior to exam/procedure.
• Necessary equipment is available and in proper working order.
• Providers receive appropriate assistance with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Serves as a patient care advocate by providing comfort, privacy, and support to the patient and communicates patient's need to the provider.
• Maintains chain of custody of all patient specimens.
• Meets competency requirement for clinic-specific procedures which may include laboratory specimen procurement, emergency response plan, etc.
• Able to identify deviations in vital signs outside of accepted parameters for specific patient clinic populations. Deviations are reported to the appropriate Licensed Medical Practitioner (LMP) or lead nurse.

• Serves as a role model for peers.
• Consistently functions in a proactive manner to anticipate patient and provider needs.
• Consistently assists others and independently assumes additional responsibilities.
• Routinely receives compliments from patients, coworkers, and provider regarding patient care.