ED Technician: Adult Emergency Department-16 hrs/wk, Nights
About The Position
The ED Technician provides specialized assistance to nurses and physicians in the Adult Emergency Department, supporting diagnostic examinations, therapeutic procedures, and patient care. The role involves interaction with acutely ill and unstable patients. Albany Medical Center is the Capitol District’s only Level One trauma center and provides comprehensive care for traumatic injuries and medical emergencies. This position is listed as 16 hours per week on the night shift. The technician assists with emergency interventions, obtains specimens and diagnostic information, supports patient procedures and transport, and communicates patient condition to appropriate staff. Workforce members may access sensitive information, including HIPAA-protected health information, and must follow need-to-know and minimum-necessary standards and protect information from unauthorized access or modification.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Honest and punctual, with adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct defined by Albany Medical Center and the profession.
- Ability to communicate cooperatively and effectively with patients, family members, employees, and others.
- Regular ability to stand, walk, and use hands for various job functions; occasional ability to sit, kneel, or crouch.
Nice To Haves
- Six months to one year of previous ED Technician experience and/or previous EMS experience is desired.
Responsibilities
- Assist with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Perform venipuncture to obtain blood specimens.
- Provide technical support to physicians and nurses in patient care.
- Report patient condition to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.
- Assist with transporting patients to other departments.
- Assist with obtaining and documenting vital signs, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring.
- Obtain 12-lead EKGs and discontinue peripheral IVs and heparin/saline locks.
- Assist with wound care and insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
- Assist with positioning patients and applying orthopedic splints and dressings.
- Measure and fit crutches and canes, and instruct patients in their proper use.
- Protect sensitive information by accessing only the minimum information needed to perform assigned duties and following applicable privacy and security standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
