ED Support Tech FT Days

Baylor Scott & White Health • Dallas, TX

1d • 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. The position is based at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, and is full-time on days in the ED Unit.

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) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient-care duties, collect and document vital signs, weight, pulse oximetry, pain scale, visual acuity, and nutritional intake.
• Recognize and promptly report abnormal data or findings; responsibly carry out physician, provider, and nursing orders and document interventions according to hospital protocol.
• Provide direct technical care and assist 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 or transport patients to and from the department.
• Assist with patient education, console patients and family members, and respond to their concerns.
• Perform clinical coordination activities.
• Communicate effectively 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