• Blood Gas Technician

    Intermountain Health (Murray, UT)


    Job Description:

    The Blood Gas Technician independently performs laboratory tests on patients in all hospital areas. The tests conducted, samples obtained, and test results will be handled in a manner consistent with laboratory policies and procedures. Provides care appropriate to the following specialty age groups: infant, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric in settings ranging from Intensive Care to Outpatient.

    Posting Specifics

    + **Shift Details:** Part-time, 12 hours/week, **Friday night shift 7:00pm-7:00am with on calls Sunday & Tuesday 7:00pm-7:00am**

    + **Department:** Respiratory Therapy, Intermountain Medical Center

    Essential Functions

    + Schedules and performs a variety of laboratory tests and services critical to the clinical management of patients.

    + Clearly explain the procedure to the patient, including a brief description of the reason for the test.

    + Obtains and analyzes samples from the patient safely, accurately, and proficiently.

    + Ensures the quality of the laboratory results reported. Recognizes sample error conditions and responds appropriately to instrument problems.

    + Records readings and transfers data to patient files using standard procedure.

    + Properly calibrate instruments and maintain the machines used in the laboratory following federal and certifying agent (CAP) regulations.

    + Calls and documents all critical values.

    Skills

    + Patient care

    + Verbal and written communication

    + Laboratory testing

    + Analysis of lab testing results

    + Blood gases

    + Infants

    + Geriatrics

    + Pediatrics

    + Basic computer skills.

    + Teamwork

    Minimum Qualifications

    + High school diploma as required by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and College of American Pathologists (CAP).

    + Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

    + Demonstrated experience working in health-care setting

    + The ability to read labels

    Physical Requirements:

    Physical Requirements

    + Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

    + Expected to lift and utilize a full range of movement to position patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

    + The technician needs to walk and assist with positioning patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. The technician is often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).

    + May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended time.

    Location:

    Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center

    Work City:

    Murray

    Work State:

    Utah

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:

    12

     

    The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

     

    $18.75 - $24.37

     

    We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

     

    Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits) .

     

    Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

     

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