Emergency Department Tech - Emergency Department -Nights

About the Role

The Emergency Department Tech I-IV performs various technical duties and tasks which include assisting with direct and indirect treatment and care of patients.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records vital signs, I/O's, weights, basic ECG monitoring, venipuncture/IV skills, bedside testing, and documents in the patients record as directed by the licensed personnel
• Provides emergency first aid treatment
• Responds to medical emergencies
• Performs basic patient care with consideration for age and developmental stage
• Transports patients by wheelchair or stretcher
• Notifies nurse of abnormal findings or changes in patient status
• Performs clerical functions
• Monitors patients requiring constant observation and documents as directed
• Accesses and navigates through Epic

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, plus completion of an accredited medical training program (e.g. EMT-B/I, EMT-P, CMA)
• OR completion of first semester of accredited nursing program
• Current certification from a national registry as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or current State of Texas registration (EMT)
• Current JPS recognized BLS–CPR Certification and must be maintained throughout employment
• Must have current licensure, certification, or registration relative to the discipline used to qualify for the position and must be maintained throughout employment
• Completion of Area Specific Competency Based Orientation Program within the first 90 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Level 1 EKG Competency (subsequent to hire)