IV Tech (RN, LPN, Paramedic, EMT-I, EMT-A)

IV Nutrition, Suffolk

POSITION TITLE : IV Technician

STATUS : Non-Exempt

ROLE

Join our fast growing dynamic team. As an IV tech at IV Nutrition you will work in a Spa like atmosphere, help clients to reach their optimal wellness goals and work together as a team to drive the overall client experience. Our employees choose their shifts for each month, receive discounts on services monthly and have all major holidays off!

This role is responsible for administering the application of intravenous vitamins. The IV tech will administer vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly to the patient’s body to optimize health and wellness.

We are looking for upbeat, customer service oriented, health conscious employees to start immediately... if this sounds like you, please ensure you meet licensure qualifications and submit your applicant today!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Administer IV’s and run fluid therapy for the intravenous process.
• Monitor the client’s response to treatment.
• Manage and prevent infections.
• Assess the client’s physical health including vital signs, physical assessment, mental status, etc.
• Identify contradictions to intravenous therapy for the client.
• Take client’s vitals as needed.
• Documents interactions and communication with clients regarding therapy services, assessment, and

responses / reactions to treatment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS -

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION : Credentialed as either an RN (Registered Nurse), EMT (Emergency

Medical Technician), Paramedic, ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing), or

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE : Electronic Medical Records and Anatomy, Medical Terminology and Medical Practice Functions, Strong Venous Access Skills with the Ability to Access Peripheral Veins

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED : 2 years minimum of Vascular Access or Infusion Experience

needed , Strong Venous Access Skills Including Ability to Access Peripheral Veins

SKILLS / ABILITIES : Excellent Intravenous Catheter Placements Skills, Attention to Detail,

Strong Interpersonal Skills, Strong Written and Verbal Communication, Customer Service, Patient Confidentiality, Stress Management; Multi-tasking, Self-Motivation, Self-Management, Problem-solving, Time Management, Independent Judgment, Resilience, Perseverance, Organization, Patient Care, Flexibility, Dependability and Reliability, Collaboration and teamwork, Ability to meet all performance standards of the position and continually learn in the position.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

TALKING : Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly.

AVERAGE HEARING : Able to hear average conversations.

REPETITIVE MOTION : The employee is regularly required to type continuously throughout the day.

FINGER DEXTERITY : The employee is regularly required to use their hands to type and maneuver a mouse. AVERAGE VISION : Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color

vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

with 20 / 20 vision (with or without the assistance of eyeglasses / contacts).

PHYSICAL STRENGTH : The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds unassisted

and 100 pounds assisted as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for

long periods of time.

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WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will work eight (8) to ten (10) hour shifts and is required to work three (3) shifts minimum each month. General clinic environment with climate control.

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MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

REASONING ABILITY : Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited

standardization. Ability to establish credibility and be decisive.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY : Strong numeric capabilities; Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in

all units of measure using whole numbers and common fractions.

LANGUAGE ABILITY : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret medical documents. Ability to communicate clearly.