Emergency Department Technician II- Full-time- Kershaw

Medical University of South Carolina • Camden, NJ

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About The Position

The Emergency Department Technician II reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role performs multi-skilled activities in support of a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and desired patient outcomes. The posting also refers to the position as Emergency Department Technician III in its summary description.

The position is with the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Emergency Department in Kershaw. It is a regular employee position scheduled for 36 hours per week and paid hourly. The work may involve irregular hours, stressful conditions, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Within six months of hire, the employee must pass online course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills, and EKG training. Each test requires an 80% passing score within two attempts. The employee must also complete Emergency Department Technician unit-specific training and demonstrate competency within the first six months. Failure to meet these requirements may result in separation from employment. Emergency Department applicants must provide a copy of an academic degree or transcript. Failure to follow MUHA policies may result in disciplinary action, including termination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of patient care experience in a healthcare environment, or certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• BLS certification from the Red Cross or American Heart Association (AHA).
• Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) from the state of South Carolina.
• Pass required course-module tests with at least 80% on each test within two attempts.
• Complete Emergency Department Technician unit-specific training and demonstrate competency within the first six months of employment.
• Provide a copy of an academic degree or transcript.
• Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including standing, sitting, walking, fine and gross motor activity, and occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working as a Patient Care Technician or nursing assistant.
• Enrollment as a nursing student at an accredited institution and completion of one Adult Medical/Surgical course with hands-on clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-skilled activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to support patient care.
• Support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and help achieve desired outcomes.
• Complete required online modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation, EKG training, and unit-specific training and competency demonstration within the first six months of employment.

What This Job Offers

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