Emergency Department Medical Technician Senior

Allina Health System • Fridley, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Emergency Department Medical Technicians provide rapid medical support to promote patient care and safety in urgent and stressful situations. Within the scope of their medical certification, they independently perform patient care and provide additional care under the direction of an RN. The role works a permanent night schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, with a weekend rotation every third weekend.

The position supports emergency department procedures, admissions, transfers, and discharges; maintains equipment and supplies; contributes to a safe environment; and participates in quality improvement. It may also include administrative and clerical support, training, and serving as a preceptor.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have the education and/or experience needed to meet the job's required functional competencies.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent for positions utilizing i-STAT testing.
• One of the following certifications is required: EMT, MDH, or NREMT certification upon hire; EMT, MDH, or NREMT certification within six months of hire if currently enrolled in an EMT education program; or active Certified Nursing Assistant licensure with the Minnesota Department of Health.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or complete Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.
• Physical ability to perform medium work, including lifting up to 32 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, in accordance with the Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent for positions not utilizing i-STAT testing.
• One or more years of experience in an acute healthcare setting.
• One or more years of experience in basic arrhythmia and EKG interpretation.
• For regional hospital sites, licensed EMT, certified EMT, or CNA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently provide patient care within the scope of position and medical certification, including equipment setup and maintenance, phlebotomy, EKGs, wound preparation, blood glucose monitoring, CPR, visual acuity exams, splint application, specimen collection, and education on and fitting of durable medical equipment.
• Under RN direction, assist with wound dressings, oxygen application, procedures, irrigations, restraint application, pressure dressings, transfers of fall-risk patients, and placement and removal of backboards and cervical collars.
• Plan and organize for procedures.
• Facilitate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Handle medication for procedural setup, stocking, and transport, as applicable.
• Distribute and set up water, snacks, and patient trays, and assist patients.
• Maintain skin integrity and assist with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and range of motion according to activity orders and patient needs.
• Contribute to a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees; report hazards or potential hazards.
• Use equipment according to policies, procedures, and manufacturer directions or standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Support administrative work and training; order and maintain supplies and equipment; process physician orders or provide clerical support as applicable; and may serve as a preceptor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable
• Student loan support and benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and well-being programs, activities, resources, coaching, and tools

What This Job Offers

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