Emergency Department Technician - Per Diem

About the role

Are you someone who thrives in a healthcare environment, values community well-being, and enjoys the administrative side of medical operations? If so, Monadnock Community Hospital (MCH) in Peterborough, New Hampshire is excited to invite you to apply for the position of ED technician.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care within the scope of practice as defined by NH Board of Nursing and is under the supervision and direction of the RN.
• Aids in improving the patient flow process by triaging, assisting patients with ADL's, transporting to ancillary departments and trained in performing EKG’s and phlebotomy.
• Communicates in an effective and efficient manner with all documentation, and all coworkers, patients, visitors and physicians.
• Recognizes and reports concerns to the Registered Nurse.
• Aids in examinations and treatments as requested.
• Performs and assists with technical skills as defined in scope of practice and as in services, including crutch adjustments, dressing changes, splint or cast application.
• Prepares equipment for procedures as directed.
• Adheres to hospital policy addressing standard precautions, safety regulations and guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served.
• Assists patients from vehicles into wheelchair or gurney as needed and provides transportation to patients from the Emergency Department to other patient care units.
• Responds to patient and visitor questions and needs immediately and within established standards.
• Maintains patient comfort and privacy.
• Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures; monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed.
• Participates in continuing education, department in service meetings and performance improvement activities.
• Maintains policies and procedures as established by the department.
• Aids in cost containment through the appropriate use and conservation of supplies and equipment.
• Enters and verifies orders in the computer system. Documents the time orders were placed in the computer on the ED record.
• Performs venipuncture to obtain venous specimens for diagnostic testing and delivers to the laboratory.
• Obtains EKGs as ordered, entering pertinent clinical history and data into the machine, positioning the patient properly and following established protocols to achieve test results of diagnostic quality and promptly share the EKG with physician and nurse when completed.
• Adheres to safety practices, reports accidents/hazards and maintains equipment as outlined in hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to determine phlebotomy technique appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Obtains EKGs as ordered, entering pertinent clinical history and data into the machine, positioning the patient properly and following established protocols to achieve test results of diagnostic quality and promptly share the EKG with physician and nurse when completed.

Skills

• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Caring
• Effective communication
• Team player

Benefits

At MCH, you'll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth. Per Diem Employees Enjoy Free membership to local gym Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth Retirement savings plan

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience.

Schedule

This is a per diem position.

About Our Benefits

Our benefits include:

• Free membership to local gym
• Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth
• Retirement savings plan

About The Monadnock Region

The Monadnock Region is a great place to live, work, and play. It offers an amazing quality of life with small, friendly towns, low crime rates, good schools, clean air and water, and a standard of living hard to match anywhere. With mountains, forests, lakes, and rivers, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The region also boasts a lively arts scene with galleries, theaters, and concert venues. Join a culture of Compassion, Collaboration, Honesty, and Respect!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.