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

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.
• Document interactions and communication with clients regarding therapy services, assessment, and responses/reactions to treatment.
• All other duties as assigned.

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 Placement 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, colour 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.

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.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.