ED Tech Casual

Major Responsibilities

• Assists the physicians and registered nurses in providing technical care of the patients by performing phlebotomy, transporting patients to other departments, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, performing wound care, inserting Foley catheters, and obtaining lab specimens.
• Documents information/procedures and promptly communicates observations, concerns and needs of the patient to the registered nurse.
• Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedure through the Electronic Health record (EHR).
• Collaborates with physicians to support communications required to facilitate patient care. Coordinates and facilitates all forms of communications (phone, verbal, paging, electronic, fax, and EMS system).
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment, following department safety policies and standard precautions.
• Maintains equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges repair of major malfunctions.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the TM practices.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Intravenous license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Intermediate license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices.
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Education Required

• High School Graduate.

Experience Required

• Typically requires 1 year experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Basic computer skills and ability to work with Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families.
• Must maintain skill and recertification as required by regulation and organization.
• Able to effectively manage time and priorities.
• High level of attention to detail.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must be able to:
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
• Lift up to 20 lbs over the head.
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force.
• Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
• Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, and blood and body fluids.
• Will be required to wear gloves, goggles, and gowns on an as-needed basis.
• Must have functional sight and hearing.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Note

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.