ED Tech I Kershaw

Medical University of South Carolina • Camden, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department Technician I reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Emergency Department Technician II performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 0-1 year of patient care experience in a health care environment.
• Within six months of hire date, must successfully pass the on-line course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills, and EKG training. Passing requires achieving an 80% passing rate on each test in two attempts or will result in separation from employment.
• Successful completion of the Emergency Department Technician unit specific training and competency demonstration is required within the first six months of employment or will result in separation of employment.
• Position may require working irregular hours under stressful conditions, rotating shifts, holidays and weekends.
• Failure to abide by MUHA policies are subject to disciplinary action, including termination.
• Positions within the Emergency Department require a copy of academic degree or transcript.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) and must be maintained.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience working as a Patient Care Tech, nursing assistant, or nursing student enrolled in an accredited institution with the completion of one Adult Medical/Surgical course with hands on clinical experience.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees