Sr. ED Technician, Day Shift Full Time

Adventist Health • Glendale, CA

15h • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and MD/Provider with assessments, examinations and treatments. Performs a variety of technical and patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Performs essential functions of the Unit Secretary. Assists in the daily functioning of the department. Functions as triage tech.

Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or National Emergency Medical Tech (NEMT): Required
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM) or TEAM-A: Required

Nice To Haves

• Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two years' technical experience: Preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Preferred
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA) or Paramedic certification: Preferred
• Phlebotomist Technician license: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and treatments.
• Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations.
• Maintains state of readiness by maintaining equipment/supplies appropriate to the position.
• Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.
• Provides patient and family education and mentors and trains staff on technical skills within scope of practice.
• Prioritizes patient care and department needs, sets goals, and organizes time to meet daily demands of nursing care.
• Records and collects specimens.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED