Pequot ED Tech 1

Responsibilities

• Performs various functions as a member of the trauma response teams including but not limited to: setting up pleurovacs, setting up I.V., placing patient on monitor (ECG/NIBP/SA-O2), delivering used trauma sets with forms to sterilization room and picking up new sets (if available).
• Performs VS and neuro checks and documents them on charts.
• Documents care provided on chart on every patient, in Fast Track; and all patient interactions in the Main ED.
• Auxiliary emergency physician by obtaining necessary materials for suturing, dressings and performs basic splinting on fingers, shoulders or ankle.
• Stocks unit supplies and reports defective equipment on every shift.
• Transport patients when necessary to Med/Surg, OB or Telemetry units.
• Under the guidance of an RN, PA or MD performs routine suture removal.
• Gives crutch walking instructions.
• Responds to patient call bells and requests for aid.
• Performs precision G Glucose checks after meeting hospital competency requirements.
• Performs CPR/ Chest compressions.
• Performs phlebotomy when directed after meeting hospital competency requirements.
• Performs EKG?s as requested after meeting hospital competency requirements.
• Mets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Or Equivalent.
• One of four qualifications is required:
• EMT-B certification with 2 years? experience or 1 year ED Tech experience preferred;
• One year of clinical completed and currently enrolled in an accredited school of Nursing;
• Two years recent Government Corpsmen experience;
• One year ED Tech experience.