About the role
Job Description
Tech-Clinical - Henry Ford Health
Job Title
Tech-Clinical
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you'll work alongside compassionate professionals to deliver high-quality care in a close-knit setting, serving patients with the expertise and innovation Henry Ford Health is known for.
Role Overview
As a Clinical Tech, you'll provide direct patient care under the supervision of nursing staff and physicians, ensuring patients receive compassionate and effective treatment. Your role is vital in supporting both patients and healthcare teams, contributing to the seamless delivery of care in an acute setting.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
* Provide direct patient care under the supervision of nursing staff and physicians. * Assist with patient assessments and monitor vital signs. * Perform phlebotomy and other clinical procedures as needed. * Support patient comfort and safety in an acute care environment. * Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Join Our Team as a Clinical Tech at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital!
Department: Emergency Care
Location: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, 205 N East Ave., Jackson, MI 49201
Schedule: Contingent
Shift: Varied
Are you passionate about patient care and looking to grow in a dynamic, supportive healthcare environment? As a Clinical Tech, you’ll play a hands-on role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care under the guidance of our dedicated nursing staff and physicians. Whether you’re taking vitals, assisting with procedures, or simply ensuring comfort, you'll be a vital part of the patient journey.
60 bed ED with preferred space for behavioral health population
• Level II Trauma Designation with a diverse population
• Nursing led department with very active Unit Based Council – nursing autonomy & ownership
• Excellent provider partnerships
• Specialty training with support for multiple certifications
• Great camaraderie
• Flexible scheduling options with 9- or 12-hour shifts
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Your day-to-day impact includes:
· Collecting and recording essential patient data – vitals, food and fluid intake/output, and more – with precision and care.
· Responding to patient needs and partnering with RNs to ensure maximum comfort and safety.
· Noticing the little changes that can make a big difference – and reporting them promptly.
· Supporting mobility by helping patients ambulate and get where they need to go.
· Assisting with oxygen devices under RN direction and applying slings post-pacemaker procedures.
· Performing clinical tasks such as Foley catheter insertion, bladder scans, enemas, blood glucose checks, and documenting results.
· Providing help with daily activities, like dressing, meals, and hygiene.
· Supporting RNs during equipment use and bedside procedures.
· Delivering culturally sensitive care to a wide range of patients — from pediatrics to geriatrics.
· Promoting positive experiences for patients and their families through kind, respectful interaction.
· Performing phlebotomy and IV access procedures with confidence and care.
Qualifications
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent. * At least one of the following: Current nursing student with two completed semesters, graduate of a Registered Nurse program, LPN, EMT, Paramedic, Medical Assistant program completion, or Certification in Phlebotomy. * Valid BLS certification or obtained during Patient Care Orientation. * Effective verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to recognize differences in care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.
Preferred Qualifications
* Previous Clinical Tech experience. * Experience in an acute care setting.
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, you'll grow your career alongside a collaborative team committed to excellence. Engage in mission-driven work that makes a difference, and access continuous learning opportunities to advance your skills and impact.
Join Our Team
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare.