ER Attendant II - Madison Hospital Emergency Department - FT - 1st Shift

About the role

Performs a wide variety of technical patient care activities and clerical support related to patients admitted to Emergency Services. Assists nursing personnel by performing routine patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with patient care activities
• Supports clerical functions related to patient admissions and discharges
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare team members
• Ensures accurate documentation of patient care activities and communications
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures, including safety protocols and emergency response plans

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior medical experience preferred
• Certified in BLS for Healthcare Providers
• Familiarity with emergency procedures, legal requirements, and standard nursing procedures
• Knowledge of hospital forms and patient identification equipment
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Familiarity with multi-line telephone systems, copy machine, computer, and fax machines

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior medical experience preferred
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare team members
• Must adhere to hospital policies and procedures, including safety protocols and emergency response plans
• Must have a working knowledge of medical terminology
• Must be familiar with multi-line telephone systems, copy machine, computer, and fax machines

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Priority and change tasks frequently and quickly
• Familiarity with emergency procedures, legal requirements, and standard nursing procedures
• Knowledge of hospital forms and patient identification equipment
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Familiarity with multi-line telephone systems, copy machine, computer, and fax machines

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement savings plans with employer matching
• Nurse residency program
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan reimbursement
• On-site training and education opportunities
• Employee discounts

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variety of shifts available, including day, evening, and night shifts.