Starr RegionalMedical Centeriscurrently seeking talent to fill the position ofNurse TechforourAthens Surgery Centerdepartment.Thisjobis permanent,full-time. Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following: * Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs,possibly takingblood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output. * Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation. * Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff. * Assistswith keeping patient rooms andcommon areasstocked, clean and orderly. * Providesappropriateandaccuratespecimen collections and care of patients based on individual needs. * Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy. * Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members. * Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation.Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions. * Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or otherappropriate personnelregardingadmission to exchange necessary information anddetermineplacement. * Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorizationas necessary.Determinesand accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up. Benefits Include: * Competitive Pay * Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-timeand part-timeemployees * Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees * 401(k) plan with company match * Tuition Reimbursement/Assistancefor qualified applicants Minimum EducationHS Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience: □ Preferred X Required Required SkillsCompletion of a licensed nursing assistant programX Preferred □ Required Certifications:The below certifications will be required within 60 days of hire:X Basic Life Support (BLS) Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Minimum Work Experience6 months recent acute care experienceX Preferred □ Required **Job:** **Nursing/Medical Assistant* **Organization:** **Starr Surgery Center of Athens* **Title:** *Nurse Tech - Athens Surgery Center* **Location:** *Tennessee-Athens* **Requisition ID:** *7412-6911*