Emergency Department Technician II- PRN

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, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and achieve desired outcomes. The position is PRN and scheduled for 12 hours per week on the evening shift. The role may involve irregular hours, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, and may require working under stressful conditions.

Within six months of hire, the employee must successfully complete online course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills, EKG training, and Emergency Department unit-specific training and competency demonstrations. Each required test must be passed with at least 80% within two attempts. 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 abide by MUHA policies may result in disciplinary action, including termination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; a high school diploma is listed as a required license/certification/registration.
• At least one year of patient care experience in a health care environment or certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• BLS certification from the Red Cross or American Heart Association (AHA).
• Certification from the state of South Carolina as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• Pass required training tests with a score of at least 80% within two attempts and complete required training and competency demonstrations within six months of hire.
• Provide a copy of an academic degree or transcript for Emergency Department positions.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing, sitting, walking, working indoors, and performing specified mobility, dexterity, lifting, sensory, and vision tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Patient Care Tech 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 to support patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Complete required online course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation, EKG training, and Emergency Department unit-specific training and competency demonstrations within six months of hire.
• Work irregular hours and rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED