Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift

Description:ED Tech - Full-time - Days - Emergency Department - St. Mary's Hospital, Athens, GAPosition Purpose:Carries out routine patient care duties & related activities under the direct supervision of a RN.

What you will do:

Able to assess the direct/indirect needs of the patient w/in the scope of their practice; plans/prioritize patient safety needs; implements appropriate patient safety activities; evaluates effectiveness of specific patient safety activities; communicates patient safety needs; confidentiality issues; Must be pleasant, polite & understanding dealing w/ patient, answering the phone or interacting w/ hospital personnel & guests.  Must be quick to respond to patient safety needs.  Must have initiative to react to changes in needs.  Must be able to work in stressful situations.  Should be clean, neat, & have a “professional” appearance.  Must have a high degree of initiative & good decision-making ability. ​

What you will need:

Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS through American Heart Assocation is required at time of hire.Education:  High School Diploma required.  Formal specialty training preferred.Experience:  No experience required.  Medical terminology, behavioral health experience preferred

Position Highlights and Benefits:

Day 1 benefits, no waiting period! Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 403BColleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizesTuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness OptionsUnlimited career growth opportunities

Ministry/Facility Information:

St Mary’s Health Care System is proud to be a part of Trinity Health, one of the nations largest Catholic Healthcare Organizations.

St Mary’s Health Care System includes three hospitals, numerous physician practices, our region's first medical residency program, a retirement community, extensive outpatient services, and much more.

Job Description PurposeJob Description Purpose

Moderate activity involved.  Much pulling, pushing, walking, standing and lifting up to 35 lbs or more.  Moving, restraining, holding and transporting patients.

This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks/activities.  Personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to: gloves, masks, safety glasses, gowns, and any other OSHA required equipment.  Universal precautions are standard practice

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.