Emergency Department and Electrography Technician

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department & Electrocardiography Tech provides basic patient care and diagnostic support in the Emergency Department under the direct supervision of the charge nurse or a designated RN. The role supports safe, timely care and efficient department operations by performing trained procedures, transcribing verbal orders, completing EKGs, collecting blood specimens, transporting patients, and carrying out non-direct patient care activities as assigned. The technician also maintains supplies, equipment, and the care environment; performs temperature checks and quality controls; maintains the EKG cart and oxygen tanks; and reports safety, equipment, or supply concerns. The position requires effective, respectful communication and collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team, along with compliance with safety, infection-control, and chain-of-command procedures. Participation in preceptor programs or unit-based committees and completion of required competencies and staff meetings are also expected.

Requirements

High school diploma or degree.
Ability to follow safety policies, infection-control protocols, and chain-of-command procedures.
Strong communication skills and reliability in completing assigned tasks.
Maintain competency in trained tasks and perform specimen collection within documented competency parameters.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in patient care, emergency services, or EKG performance.
Familiarity with EMR systems or Tracemaster.

Responsibilities

Perform and document basic patient care procedures under the direct supervision of an RN and maintain competency in trained tasks.
Transcribe verbal EKG orders, perform EKGs, complete the orders, and submit tracings to Tracemaster and the EMR.
Collect blood specimens within documented competency parameters.
Transport patients safely by stretcher or wheelchair.
Seek clarification as needed and report assignment or task problems to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
Identify and report actual or potential safety hazards, complete safety event reports when necessary, and follow infection-control and emergency procedures.
Perform supply, equipment, and environmental activities, including stocking supplies and carts, cleaning unit equipment and stretchers, and preparing equipment for central-supply cleaning.
Perform and document temperature checks and quality controls as directed; maintain the EKG cart and an appropriate number of filled oxygen tanks.
Report supply or equipment availability problems promptly and work with I.S. regarding Tracemaster concerns.
Participate in the technician preceptor program and/or a TriHealth or unit-based committee; complete required competencies and attend the required staff meetings.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, and other members of the healthcare team; report patient-related information promptly and document observations and tasks performed.
Use the chain of command appropriately and contribute to a safe, clean environment and quality improvement.