ED Technician

Northwell Health

About The Position

Performs routine patient and resident care under the supervision of physicians, surgeons’ assistants, and nurses. Recognizes and reports significant observations. Uses opportunities to apply clinical skills, provide patient and family teaching, and participate in multidisciplinary care. The ED Technician assists with patient procedures, prepares procedure setups, maintains and tests department equipment, and keeps current with Emergency Department technology. The role also supports patient examination and management during a range of emergencies, transports patients using appropriate stabilization and positioning techniques, documents patient information and procedures, and helps with general clerical and supply duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification as an EMT by the New York State Department of Health.
At least one year of experience in an acute hospital setting or related clinical experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
AEMT certification.
Demonstrated competency in at least one of the following: EKG testing, venipuncture procedures, or CPR.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians, surgeons’ assistants, and nurses under supervision with patient procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, orthopedic splinting, preparation of canes and crutches, CPR, defibrillation, catheter procedures, ABG/glucose analyzer use, and obtaining and recording vital signs.
Recognize, report, and assist in resolving life-threatening conditions.
Prepare setups for procedures such as suturing, surgery, spinal taps, Foley catheter insertion, chest tube insertion, trauma thoracotomy, lavage, slit lamp examinations, and orthopedic reduction.
Maintain department equipment, including testing functions, cleaning and disinfecting equipment after use, and setting up Pl-evac, vents, Gomko, and suction devices.
Maintain knowledge of current Emergency Department technology.
Assist with examination and management during OB/GYN, neurological, respiratory, cardiac, emotional and behavioral, trauma, and overdose emergencies.
Transport patients from vehicles, ambulances, wheelchairs, and beds using appropriate inline stabilization, patient positioning, body mechanics, and extremity or spinal devices.
Document information needed for admission, procedures, discharge, and transfers; document procedures performed; and obtain medical record information for healthcare team members.
Assist the inventory clerk and transporters with general clerical duties, including checking, ordering, and stocking Emergency Department supplies.
Perform related duties as required.