Emergency Department Medical Technician

Allina Health•Slaton, TX

1d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Our skilled Emergency Department Medical Technicians are dedicated to providing rapid medical support, ensuring the highest level of patient care and safety in the most urgent and stressful situations. This role involves providing direct and indirect patient care within the scope of medical certification, assisting with a variety of medical procedures, patient hygiene, and maintaining a safe environment. The position also includes participation in quality improvement activities and potentially supporting administrative and training duties.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent for positions utilizing i-STAT testing.
Certified Emergency Medical Tech – EMT - Office of EMS required if working in MN OR Certified Emergency Medical Tech – EMT – WI – Emergency Medical Services required if working in WI OR National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification upon hire OR Certified Nursing Assistant - Minnesota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry if working in state of MN upon hire/ WI Department of Health Services Nurse Aide Registry if working in the state of WI upon hire.
Must meet at least ONE of the following: Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association, Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross, Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire).

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED or equivalent for positions not utilizing i-STAT testing.
1+ years of experience in an acute health care setting.
1+ years of experience in basic arrhythmia and EKG interpretation.
Licensed EMT or Certified EMT or CNA preferred for Regional Hospital Sites.

Responsibilities

Independently provides direct and indirect patient care within scope of medical certification.
Performs phlebotomy, EKG, wound preparation, applying splints, obtaining specimen, and fitting/educating on durable medical equipment.
Provides care to patients under the direction of the RN, including assisting with grooming, hygiene, and personal comfort.
Participates in quality improvement activities.
Performs equipment set up and maintenance.
Monitors blood glucose.
Performs CPR.
Conducts visual acuity exams.
Assists with wound dressings, oxygen application, and other procedures.
Applies restraints and pressure dressings.
Transfers fall risk patients.
Assists with pelvic exams, decontamination procedures, and placement/removal of backboard and c-collar.
Assists patients with grooming, hygiene, personal comfort, and population-specific needs.
Plans and organizes for procedures.
May handle medication for procedural set up, stocking, and transport.
May assist in rooming and transporting patients.
Distributes and sets up water, snacks, and patient trays.
Maintains skin integrity.
Assists with ambulation, transfer, positioning, and range of motion (ROM).
Contributes to a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees.
Answers patient call lights.
Uses equipment following policies, procedures, and manufacturer directions.
Reports hazards and/or potential work hazards.
May participate in room and equipment cleaning and room turnover.
May support administrative and training duties.
May process physician orders.
May order and stock supplies.
May answer and screen phone calls.
May serve as a preceptor.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support
Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Well-being dollars
Dedicated well-being navigators
Programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support well-being
Employee resource groups (ERGs)