ED Tech II - Kershaw- 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 works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and help achieve desired outcomes. The position is PRN in the Emergency Department at Kershaw Medical Center, with 12 scheduled weekly hours listed.

Within six months of hire, the employee must complete online course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills, EKG training, and Emergency Department unit-specific training and competency demonstration. The stated passing requirement for course tests is 80% within two attempts; failure to meet the training or competency requirements may result in separation from employment. The role may involve irregular hours, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, stressful conditions, and overtime as required. Employees are subject to MUHA policies and disciplinary action for violations.

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).
• The additional job description lists qualifying experience or education as: one year in a 0.6 FTE ED Technician I position at MUSC; certification as a CNA, EMT, CMA, paramedic, or Certified Phlebotomy Technician; a military medical occupation; one year of inpatient hospital experience; a college degree; active enrollment in nursing school with completion of Nursing Fundamentals at an accredited institution; or active enrollment in an accredited healthcare-related field.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. BLS is required within two weeks of hire and must be maintained.
• Within six months of hire, successfully complete the required online course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills, and EKG training; passing requires at least 80% on each test within two attempts.
• Complete Emergency Department unit-specific training and competency demonstration within the first six months of employment.
• Provide a copy of an academic degree or transcript for Emergency Department positions.
• Ability to work irregular hours, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required, and to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Meet the listed physical and sensory requirements, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, exerting up to 50 pounds of force, and maintaining specified vision, hearing, and motor capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working as a Patient Care Technician, nursing assistant, or nursing student enrolled in an accredited institution who has completed an Adult Medical/Surgical course with hands-on clinical experience.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED