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Job Description

Ambulatory Care Technician MSH Adolescent Health Center FT Days M-F 10a-6p w/EOW

The Ambulatory Care Technician assists in patient care in the outpatient setting, in a support role to the Registered Professional Nurse.

Qualifications

+ High School Diploma or equivalent required

+ Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics and medical terminology preferredPrefer experience in ambulatory setting or other relevant health care setting.

Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSH

SEIU 1199 at Mount Sinai Hospital, 408 - Ac Adolescent Health - MSH, Mount Sinai Hospital

Responsibilities

1. Obtains and records patients' blood pressure (BP), heart rate (HR), respiration, and temperature.

2. Reports changes in patient parameters or unusual values to registered professional nurse or physician.

3. Assists with lifting and positioning of patients.

4. Assists in the performance of a physical examination under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse or physician.

5. Collects and processes for laboratory examination the following specimens:

i. Blood (vein, capillary)

ii. Urine

iii. Stool

iv. Sputum

v. Secretion (throat, wound)

6. Assists with the preparation and operation of equipment, e.g.:

i. autoclave/sterilizer

ii. cast equipment/materials

iii. examination tables

iv. Ophthalmoscope/otoscope

v. Proctoscope

vi. Oxygen

7. Performs electrocardiograms as directed

8. Provides assistance with procedures, such as:

i. Stocking the various procedure rooms with the appropriate supplies

ii. sets up the procedure rooms for selected procedure by getting ready all the needed supplies, and setting up and testing for correct and complete functionality of the equipment

iii. Promptly reports to the Registered Professional Nurse all actual or potential problems regarding supplies and equipment

iv. Observes Infection Control Guidelines including appropriate use of personnel protective equipment

9. Assists in the collection of intake data, e.g.:

i. personal data

ii. chief complaint

iii. past, present, family, and social history

iv. immunization history

10. Participates in the follow up of abnormal test results as directed by the registered professional nurse or physician.

11. Orients patients to ambulatory clinical policies and procedures.

12. Performs simple dressing changes as ordered by the physician or Registered Professional Nurse.

13. Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control.

14. Supports the mission, philosophy and goals of the Department of Nursing and The Mount Sinai Medical Center.

15. Communicates in a clear, calm manner that is respectful of patients and family and/or significant others, and personnel involved in the unit.

16. Demonstrates a humanistic kind and caring attitude.

17. Gives verbal reports to designated Registered Professional Nurse and/or physician.

18. Maintains confidentiality of information.

19. Maintains competence in various tasks, skills, and functions:

i. Attends JCAHO and mandatory in-service and educational programs as required.

ii. Maintains and increases awareness and adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and practices.

iii. Participates actively to be able to discuss topics covered during staff development.

iv. Demonstrates initiative by reading and applying related materials.

v. Participates in projects and programs carried out within the department.

vi. Reports all problems to Clinical Nurse Manager or designee.

vii. Adheres to dress code in accordance with departmental policy.

viii. Demonstrates awareness of and supports the Patient Bill of Rights.

20. Assists in the operational functioning of the unit by ongoing inspection and maintenance to ensure readiness of required equipment.

21. Assists with the preparation and maintenance of the medical record.

22. Locates resources and information for patients and family members.

23. Participates in the continuous quality improvement activities on the unit.

24. Assists with maintenance of unit policies and procedures, as well as input during review and updating.

About Us

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation Statement

Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $26.214 - $28.4545 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.