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MU Health Care

Make a Real Difference in Patients' Lives At MU Health Care, a nurse technician (nurse tech) is a vital part of the patient care experience. Whether you're a seasoned health care professional, in nursing school or just starting your career, this full-time role offers a supportive environment to gain experience and grow your skills.
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Why Become a Nurse Tech

If you're exploring a new career in health care, a nurse tech position is a great option. This role offers meaningful, hands-on experience, including:
  • Direct patient impact. Provide essential care alongside experienced nurses and health care professionals.
  • Real-world clinical experience. Work in a dynamic, fast-paced medical setting.
  • Career development. Build foundational skills for more advanced roles in nursing or health care.
  • A supportive environment. Work with mentors and experienced professionals towards your professional growth goals.
  • Flexible scheduling options. Choose from full- and part-time opportunities, as well as night and weekend opportunities for eligible inpatient units.

Join Our Team

Inpatient Nurse Tech

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Ambulatory Nurse Tech

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 * Job will only appear at this link if we're currently hiring for the role.

Paid Training Available

If you're not immediately qualified for a nurse tech position, don't worry. You can start working while you complete paid training. Training consists of five classes over a 10-week period at the Columbia Area Career Center.

Two Paths to Success as a Nurse Tech
Whether you want to work in the fast-paced environment of the hospital or provide care in an ambulatory setting, there’s a nurse tech path for you.

Inpatient Nurse Tech
The inpatient nurse tech role provides direct patient care in hospital settings. This position is ideal for those seeking varied clinical experiences, individuals interested in advancing to senior roles and nursing students gaining hospital experience.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Providing direct patient care
  • Assisting with patient admission, transfer and discharge
  • Supporting feeding assistance and daily hygiene care
  • Maintaining a clutter-free environment and answering unit telephones
  • Overseeing bed-management system entries and responding to patient call lights
 

Apply to be an Inpatient Nurse Tech

Ambulatory Nurse Tech

The inpatient nurse tech role provides direct patient care in hospital settings. This position is ideal for those seeking varied clinical experiences, individuals interested in advancing to senior roles and nursing students gaining hospital experience.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing direct patient care
  • Assisting with patient admission, transfer and discharge
  • Supporting feeding assistance and daily hygiene care
  • Maintaining a clutter-free environment and answering unit telephones
  • Overseeing bed-management system entries and responding to patient call lights

Apply to be an Ambulatory Nurse Tech*


* Jobs will only appear at this link if we are currently hiring for the role. If not, we encourage you to explore other openings or join our Talent Community to receive updates.

Key Differences Between Roles

Inpatient Nurse Tech
  • Hospital Setting
  • Patient admission, transfer, discharge
  • Patient transfers, feeding and hygiene care
  • Bed management and call light response
  • Staff training and education

Ambulatory Nurse Tech
  • Outpatient/clinic setting
  • Rooming patients for visits
  • Exam room prep, ECGs and dressing changes
  • Equipment maintenance and supply stocking
  • Laboratory testing and specimen preparation

Hear From Our Team

I wasn't sure exactly what I wanted to do in health care. This was the best opportunity for me to see every different position and figure out exactly what I wanted to do. Kelsey R. Care Team Associate (CTA-C)
It's a great place to work. They work around your schedule, and you can learn a lot while working here. Even on the long, hard days I still get to help people. And at the end of the day, that's what I enjoy doing. Derrick M. Patient Care Tech (PCT)

Questions?

Start Making a Difference

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in health care. Apply today and join a team where your compassion, curiosity and commitment to care truly shine.
Inpatient Nurse Tech

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Ambulatory Nurse Tech

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 * Jobs will only appear at this link if we're currently hiring for the role.

FAQs About Nurse Tech Positions

Forbes Best-in-State Employer

 MU Health Care has been named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row – reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and inspired to make a difference.