ED Technician (Full-Time, Day Shift)

Adventist Health•Hanford, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The ED Technician assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with patient assessments, examinations, and treatments. The role performs a variety of technical and patient care duties under RN supervision and carries out essential Unit Secretary functions. The position is based at Adventist Health Hanford, a 173-bed hospital serving the Central Valley and located in Kings County.

Requirements

High school education, GED, or equivalent is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required.
Facility-specific certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), National Emergency Medical Tech (NEMT), or Paramedic (PM) is required.
Associates must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or technical degree, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA), or Paramedic certification.
Phlebotomist Technician license.

Responsibilities

Assist the Registered Nurse and physician with assessments, examinations, and treatments.
Document patient care, including vital signs, bedside care, and observations.
Maintain equipment and supplies appropriate to the position to ensure readiness.
Support cost containment by ordering supplies and equipment appropriately and conserving them.
Prioritize patient care and department needs, set goals, and organize time to meet daily nursing care demands.
Observe, document, and report patient condition and changes to the RN or MD/Provider.
Provide patient and family education within the scope of practice.
Record and collect specimens.
Perform essential Unit Secretary functions.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.