E.R. Technician (AAMC) - FT - D/E

Position Objective

About the role

Provides direct care to patients and families in a developmentally, culturally, and ethically appropriate manner.

Essential Job Duties

• Participates in patient care data collection and unit-specific treatments as directed by staff nurse and in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures, to include IVs, phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, foley catheter, vital signs, wound care, measure for crutches and TEDS.
• Affords assistance to the orthopedic and emergency physicians, PA/NPs with the management of fracture reduction, dislocations, and the application of casts.
• Applies slings, ace wraps, crutches/canes, immobilizers, plaster, fiberglass and preformed splints and instructs patients in their proper care and use.
• Processes written medical staff orders in accordance with established policy and procedure. Labels blood tubes/lab specimen correctly 100%; communicates STAT or urgent orders to the care provider.
• Documents all care and treatment provided to patients, i.e. height, weight. Performs Point of Care Testing via computerized documentation.
• Transports medications, as necessary during the usual course of transporting patients within the institution, in keeping with policy and procedure regarding medication security.
• Maintains adequate levels of supplies and equipment as defined by the unit, department, or initiative.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required License/Certifications: American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLSCurrent certification as a Nursing Assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Physical Demands - Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Pay Range

$20.74—$24.46 USD

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Benefits Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more

Additional Information

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