Emergency Department - Secretary/Technician

Mass General Brigham•Northampton, MA

7d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Cooley Dickinson is the hospital for individuals to learn, grow and accelerate their career. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence. With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties. Job Summary 7a-3:30p; schedule includes rotating weekends and holidays The Emergency Department Secretary/Technician is responsible for performing a variety of direct and non-direct patient care duties, including routine patient care duties, as well as clerical, supply, and messenger responsibilities. The Emergency Department Secretary/Technician also performs other patient care related duties and unit duties as needed. Junior or senior nursing students and physician assistant students are encouraged to apply. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Emergency Department and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Basic Life Support [BLS] certification required
Six (6) months to one (1) year nursing assistant experience, and/or other clinical assistant experience preferred
Ability to perform routine patient care activities under the direction of licensed nursing personnel requiring technical or on the job training such as phlebotomy, oxygen application, and ambulation, etc. required. These skills are typically acquired through the completion of a certified nursing assistant, EMT, or medical assistant program.
Demonstrated competency in nursing assistant skills checklist by end of orientation period required.