ED Support Tech

Baylor Scott & White Health • Dallas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department (ED) Technician works under the supervision of Nursing Staff to help provide emergency care. The role performs duties and direct technical care requiring knowledge of basic patient care standards and medical technology. This position is at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, in the Emergency Room, on a full-time night schedule. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is listed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Knowledge of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
• Relational skills to interact effectively with patients and staff.
• Ability to follow established safety, infection control, environmental, and isolation practices and procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly in speech and writing.
• General computer skills, including software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning, and email.

Nice To Haves

• Corpsman Certificate.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and collect and document data such as vital signs, weight, pulse oximetry, pain scale, visual acuity, and nutritional intake.
• Promptly recognize and report abnormal data or findings; responsibly implement Physician, Provider, and Nursing orders; and document interventions according to Hospital protocol.
• Provide direct technical care, including assistance with mobility, toileting, feeding, and other personal care needs.
• Perform phlebotomy to obtain venous blood samples and obtain and deliver other specimens for Laboratory review.
• Assist with transporting patients to and from the department.
• Help educate patients, console patients and family members, and respond to their concerns.
• Perform clinical coordination activities.
• Communicate with Nurses, Physicians, and other healthcare team members to gather and exchange information related to patient care.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED