Emergency Services Technician

Job Code: NU1030

 

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

 

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Emergency Department (ED) technician provides patient services and care, cleans, maintains and stocks supplies and equipment and applies the principles of standard precautions and infection control. The ED technician is able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) necessary to provide services appropriate to the population and age group served in the emergency department. The ED technician will be able to collect data reflective of the patient status and report the information needed to the licensed clinical staff in the Emergency Department. The information collected will be relative to the patient specific age, needs as per policy and procedure. The ED Technician performs clerical, safety attendant and other duties as assigned within their scope. The ED Technician will receive delegated work by a Registered Nurse or member of the medical staff and is part of the care team.

Patient Care: Provides and documents assistance to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.  

Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse.  Assists in room turnaround, including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment.  Organizes supplies and equipment as needed. 

Communication: Communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, providers, and all levels of healthcare. 

Obtains and documents vital signs as prescribed.   Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members.  Resolves conflicts independently as appropriate. 

Nursing Expertise: Assists with patient care while complying with Department, Hospital, and Regulatory policies and procedures.  

Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques.   Adheres to safety measures. 

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: 2 years of ED Technician experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: Phlebotomy, ECG Tech, or EMT preferred. EMT-B or nursing student in final year as verified by official transcript.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Basic patient assessment skills including primary survey. Basic knowledge of primary interventions. Demonstrated effective communication skills. High level of compassion, desire to help others, and self-confidence. Basic computer knowledge with demonstrated administrative skills.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: ECG course/certification, medical terminology, EMT- B/I/P.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 10A, Emergency Medical

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

 

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes