ED Tech/HUC Casual

Advocate Health • Oshkosh, WI

4d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The ED Tech/HUC assists physicians and other health care team members with hospital systems and patient information, supports communications that facilitate patient care, and coordinates tests and treatments among departments. The role maintains knowledge of diagnostic and treatment services, documents procedures, manages calls and paging systems, and uses patient and other computer systems to order supplies and equipment and process patient charges.

The position also assists physicians and registered nurses with technical patient care, including phlebotomy, patient transport, cardiac and vital-sign monitoring, wound care, Foley catheter insertion, and collection of laboratory specimens. IV starts may be performed when permitted by state regulations. The ED Tech/HUC documents information and procedures, promptly communicates patient observations and concerns to the registered nurse, monitors and troubleshoots office equipment, arranges major repairs, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with department policies and standard precautions.

This is a casual, part-time position with zero scheduled hours per week. It covers various shifts, including weekdays and weekends, across all shifts. The position is not benefits-eligible as listed, though the posting describes Advocate Health’s broader Total Rewards programs and notes that eligibility may depend on employment status or FTE.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience.
• Hold one of the following: Nurse Aide in good standing on the applicable State Registry; state-issued EMT Basic, EMT Basic Intravenous, EMT Intermediate, or EMT Paramedic license; or completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association within 6 months, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with an Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and their families.
• Maintain skills and recertification as required by regulation and the organization.
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently during a work shift.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs overhead, and carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
• Able to push or pull with 30 lbs of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
• Able to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Able to wear gloves, goggles, and gowns as needed and have functional sight and hearing.
• Operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and other health care team members with hospital systems to access patient information and documentation systems.
• Support and coordinate communications needed to facilitate patient care.
• Coordinate tests and treatments with and between departments, maintain knowledge of their functions and services, and provide appropriate documentation.
• Facilitate communications using telephones, paging and in-house systems, and the hospital information system; screen incoming telephone calls.
• Use patient information and other computer systems to order patient and unit supplies and equipment and process daily patient charges or related procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians and coordinate phone, verbal, paging, electronic, fax, and EMS communications.
• Assist physicians and registered nurses with technical patient care, including phlebotomy, patient transport, cardiac and vital-sign monitoring, wound care, Foley catheter insertion, and obtaining lab specimens; perform IV starts when allowed by state regulations.
• Document information and procedures and promptly communicate patient observations, concerns, and needs to the registered nurse.
• Monitor department office equipment, troubleshoot minor problems, and arrange repairs for major malfunctions.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by following department safety policies and standard precautions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• The posting says this casual position is not benefits-eligible.
• The employer describes general Total Rewards offerings, with eligibility dependent on FTE or employment status: paid time off programs; medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance and paid parental leave; defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; and educational assistance.
• The employer also describes competitive compensation, premium pay for select shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, potential annual performance-based increases, and career development programs.

What This Job Offers

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