ED Tech (070626.4) PART TIME

Bitterroot Health•Hamilton, MT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bitterroot Health is seeking candidates to fill a Technician I position in our Emergency Department (ED) in Hamilton, Montana. The ED Tech assists ED staff with patient monitoring and the everyday workflow of the department. This role involves clear communication with providers and families regarding the plan of care for patients in the Emergency Department (ED), which includes answering phones, contacting providers, coordinating department paperwork, and working within the electronic medical record. The ED Tech assists with the observation of heart beats, blood pressures, respirations, and continuous pulse oximetry of patients in the ED. They are also able to recognize basic cardiac rhythms, including life-threatening rhythms.

Requirements

High school graduate and/or equivalent required.
C.N.A., EMT, or ED Tech II certification required.
AHA BLS certification (within 6 months of hire).
Successful completion of a Telemetry Course (within 3 months of hire), renewed annually.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Basic computer skills required.
Proficient in receptionist duties, to include communication with providers, faxing, and electronic medical records.
Proficient in customer service.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist ED staff with patient monitoring and everyday workflow of the department.
Communicate clearly with providers and families regarding plan of care for patients in the Emergency Department (ED).
Answer phones, contact providers, and coordinate department paperwork.
Work within the electronic medical record.
Assist with observation of heart beats, blood pressures, respirations, and continuous pulse oximetry of patients in the ED.
Recognize basic cardiac rhythms including life threatening rhythms.