Emergency Department Medical Technician Senior

Allina Health • Fridley, MN

5d • $22 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Emergency Department Medical Technicians provide rapid medical support and patient care in urgent and stressful situations. Within the scope of their medical certification, they independently perform patient-care tasks and provide care under the direction of an RN. The role also supports department operations, patient safety, and quality improvement. This position is .75 FTE (60 hours per two-week pay period), with 12-hour day/evening shifts and an every-third-weekend rotation.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old and have the education and/or experience needed to meet the required functional competencies.
• For positions utilizing i-STAT testing, a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• At least one of the following 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 on the Minnesota Department of Health.
• Must meet at least one BLS requirement: current certification from the American Heart Association; current certification from the American Red Cross; or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.
• Medium physical work: lift up to 32 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, consistent with the Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy.

Nice To Haves

• For positions not utilizing i-STAT testing, a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred.
• At least one year of experience in an acute healthcare setting.
• At least one year of experience in basic arrhythmia and EKG interpretation.
• At regional hospital sites, licensed EMT, certified EMT, or CNA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently provide patient care within the scope of the position and medical certification, including equipment setup and maintenance, phlebotomy, EKGs, wound preparation, blood glucose monitoring, CPR, visual acuity exams, applying splints, obtaining specimens, and educating patients about and fitting durable medical equipment.
• Provide patient care under RN direction, including assisting with wound dressings, oxygen application, procedures and irrigations; applying restraints and pressure dressings; transferring fall-risk patients; and placing and removing backboards and C-collars.
• Plan and organize for procedures.
• Facilitate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• May handle medication for procedural setup, stocking, and transport.
• Distribute and set up water, snacks, and patient trays, and assist patients.
• Maintain skin integrity.
• 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 and potential hazards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Use equipment according to policies, procedures, and manufacturer directions or standards.
• Support administrative work and training; may provide clerical support, process physician orders, or serve as a preceptor.
• Order and maintain supplies and equipment.
• 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 coverage
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable
• Student loan support benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Well-being program, including well-being dollars, dedicated navigators, programs, activities, resources, personal coaching, and tools

What This Job Offers

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