Emergency Department Technician (ED) - Per Diem
About The Position
The Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) will: Work collaboratively with a complementary and assistive role to the nursing staff. Perform a variety of delegated tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Medic. Assist the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the training, competence, skill, and the Emergency Department policies and procedures. Be responsible for maintaining and increasing their knowledge base in Emergency Patient Care. Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to assist in the delivery of patient care. Perform identified tasks relevant to patient care that are reflected in established protocols and competencies approved by Springfield Hospital, under the direction of the RN/Medic. Maintain or increase their knowledge base in the Emergency Department. Demonstrate the minimum knowledge, skills, and responsibilities for age-specific populations. Function as part of the team to provide primary support to the Emergency Department patients. Understand and support the policies of Springfield Hospital as they pertain to the role of pre-hospital/EMS/Fire and Rescue. Support the role of the ED Receptionist and assist in the registration of the Emergency Department patients. Function in a calm and professional manner when faced with times of crisis within the department. Allow full scope of practice that is provided within licensure and certifications: LPN, LNA, AEMT, EMT. Perform direct patient care (floor) as well as indirect patient care (desk) activities.
Requirements
- Current Vermont EMT-B or higher license or current Vermont Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) License
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Nice To Haves
- Five (5) years' experience as EMT-B or LNA (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with a complementary and assistive role to the nursing staff.
- Perform a variety of delegated tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Medic.
- Assist the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the training, competence, skill, and the Emergency Department policies and procedures.
- Be responsible for maintaining and increasing their knowledge base in Emergency Patient Care.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to assist in the delivery of patient care.
- Perform identified tasks relevant to patient care that are reflected in established protocols and competencies approved by Springfield Hospital, under the direction of the RN/Medic.
- Maintain or increase their knowledge base in the Emergency Department.
- Demonstrate the minimum knowledge, skills, and responsibilities for age-specific populations.
- Function as part of the team to provide primary support to the Emergency Department patients.
- Understand and support the policies of Springfield Hospital as they pertain to the role of pre-hospital/EMS/Fire and Rescue.
- Support the role of the ED Receptionist and assist in the registration of the Emergency Department patients.
- Function in a calm and professional manner when faced with times of crisis within the department.
- Allow full scope of practice that is provided within licensure and certifications: LPN, LNA, AEMT, EMT.
- Perform direct patient care (floor) as well as indirect patient care (desk) activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
