ED Technician, Emergency Department, Full Time, Flex Shift, Job ID # 1889876

Palmetto General Hospital • Hialeah, FL

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About The Position

Assists professional nursing staff and physicians in providing emergency treatment to patients of all ages. Uses knowledge of physiological, psychosocial, and therapeutic components to support appropriate treatment and prioritization of patients with actual or potential life-threatening conditions presenting to the Emergency Department. Receives and categorizes patients in an organized, systematic manner to ensure immediate care is available for seriously ill or injured patients. Determines priorities confidently and directs patient flow in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and courtesy toward patients and families. May be required to work beyond the regular tour of duty or in another patient care unit as assigned by the department head or nursing supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of experience as an Emergency Room Technician or in a related role.
• Knowledge requisite to the assessment and care of emergency patients.
• Effective crisis intervention skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• Adequate visual and hearing senses to assist with varied operative procedures and follow surgeons' verbal directives.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• EMT license required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• COAP required within 60 days in the position.
• Must clear a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional nursing staff and physicians in providing emergency treatment to patients of all ages.
• Support appropriate treatment and prioritization of patients with actual or potential life-threatening conditions.
• Receive and categorize patients in an organized, systematic manner, ensuring immediate care is available for seriously ill or injured patients.
• Determine priorities and direct patient flow in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain composure and courtesy toward patients and families.
• Work beyond the regular tour of duty or in another patient care unit when assigned by the department head or nursing supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed