ED Tech - PRN

Part-time, varied 12–36 hour shifts.

About the role

Performs direct patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Department within his/her scope of practice. Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values, and complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and the hospital’s Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Promotes positive customer relations with internal and external customers
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Provides support to ED providers and/or private physicians with procedures and treatments as requested
• Coordinates patient care with professional support staff
• Performs delegated patient care tasks as assigned by the RN and physician
• Monitors patient vital signs and notifies the RN or physician if they change
• Prepares wounds for suturing
• Applies dressings when directed by professional staff
• Measures and applies OrthoGlass Splints, utilizing OrthoGlass reference manual
• Starts IVs and obtains blood work as directed by an RN or ED provider
• Performs phlebotomy tasks
• Performs waived point-of-care testing as ordered
• Performs 12-lead EKG
• Transports patients to assigned units as appropriate
• Assists patients at time of discharge from the department, whether patient is being admitted or released
• Ensures the department is neat and well stocked
• Upon patient release, assists with cleaning the room by wiping the bed down, changing linens, emptying trash, straightening furniture, and stocking supplies/equipment
• Participates in continuing education and other learning experiences to maintain professional competence
• Attends a minimum of 75% of department staff meetings
• Participates in performance improvement activities to improve care, processes, and customer service excellence
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
• SAFE class or organization-approved workplace violence training (or obtain within 6 months of hire)
• One of the following preferred: EMT Basic certification, recent Emergency Department Technician experience, current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant 2 in Oregon, completion of second-term nursing curriculum, or paramedic experience within the last two years
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Recent (within past two years) hospital experience preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Maintains regular, consistent, and punctual attendance
• Provides care appropriate to and respectful of patient’s age, culture, and spiritual needs
• Strong priority-setting and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively interdepartmentally and with the public
• Proficient with personal computers and applicable software programs
• Ability to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in English
• Exhibits ability to make effective decisions based on verifiable data/criteria
• Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving skills using sound judgment

Physical demands

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently
• May be required to lift up to 75 lbs
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• Needs the ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone
• Requires significant use of computer, phone, and general office equipment

Pay

Minimum $21.38 USD per hour, maximum $31.73 USD per hour (rate for individuals with significant experience in this job). Union-affiliated position (UFCW).