JOB SUMMARY

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The Emergency Department (ED) Technician, under the supervision of Nursing Staff, helps in the provision of emergency care. Performs duties and direct technical care requiring knowledge of basic patient care standards and medical technology.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

\n\nHelps in patient care duties. Collects data such as vital signs, weight, pulse oximetry reading, pain scale reading, pain scale rating, visual acuity, nutritional intake and output and documents on appropriate forms.\nRecognizes and reports abnormal data or findings promptly. Implements Physician, Provider and Nursing orders responsibly and documents interventions according to Hospital protocol.\nProvides direct technical care. Helps with mobility, toileting, feeding and other personal care needs.\nPerforms phlebotomy to obtain venous blood samples and obtains and delivers other specimens for Laboratory review.\nHelps or transports patients to and from the department.\nHelps in patient education. Consoles patients and family members and responds to their concerns.\nPerforms clinical coordination activities.\nCommunicates effectively with Nurses, Physicians, and other healthcare team members to gather and exchange information related to patient care.\n\n

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

\n\nKnowledge and expertise of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.\nRelational skills required to interact effectively with patients and staff.\nAbility to follow established safety, infection control, environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all times.\nMust be able to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.\nMust be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both through speech and in writing.\nGeneral computer skills, including but not limited to: using required software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.\nCorpsman Certificate preferred.\nEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) preferred.\n\n

BENEFITS

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Our competitive benefits package includes the following

\n\nImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits\n401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%\nTuition Reimbursement\nPTO accrual beginning Day 1\n\n

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

\n\nEDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent\nEXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience\nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -\n\nBasic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.\n\n\n