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Intensive Care Technician - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - FT/Varied - Days/Evenings

JOB SUMMARY: The Intensive Care Technician (ICT) is an unlicensed multi-skilled worker who supports patient care by performing specific nursing tasks and support functions as delegated by a licensed provider. Care provided by the ICT is supervised by a Registered Nurse. Phlebotomy is provided by the ICT under the supervision of the Department of Laboratory.

REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a High School diploma/GED. A graduate of a patient care program (e.g. EMT, CNA, MA) or two semesters of a nursing program, or two years in a similar role in lieu of patient care program or nursing program requirement. BLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire or transfer into position. Apply for CPT-I or CPT-II (Certified Phlebotomy Technician) certification and pass test within two attempts within six (6) months of hire or transfer into position. Minimum one (1) year providing direct patient care and a Minimum six (6) months pre-hospital or emergency care and 6 months phlebotomy experience preferred. Bilingual skills and medical terminology desirable.

Unless already in possession of a CPT-I or CPT-II certification, must complete the 120-hour Valley Children's Hospital Phlebotomy Training program within three (3) months of their hire or transfer into position. Must pass the national phlebotomy test and apply for their state phlebotomy certificate within six (6) months of hire or transfer.

POSITION DETAILS: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period. Varied Shifts - Days/Evenings

LOCATION: Madera, CA