Emergency Department Technician
About The Position
As an ED Tech, you will provide crucial support and direct patient care in the fast-paced Emergency Department, ensuring efficient operations and compassionate assistance during critical moments. Every day you will expertly assist with patient admissions and discharges, perform vital signs and basic medical procedures, maintain a clean and organized environment, and meticulously document observations to support the nursing staff and physician team. To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding adaptability, strong communication skills, and a calm, proactive demeanor, contributing significantly to timely patient care and a smooth-running ED.
Requirements
- Successful completion of an accredited EMT Program in California.
- Previous experience as an ER Tech or EMT.
- Emergency Medical Technician: CA
- Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.
- Currently licensed as an EMT by the State of California, license must be maintained throughout employment.
Nice To Haves
- Six (6) months ER Tech experience
- Six (6) months experience working for a 911 or IFT/CCT Ambulance or Fire Service
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient admissions and discharges.
- Perform vital signs and basic medical procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment.
- Document observations to support the nursing staff and physician team.
- Prepare the patient for examination/treatment appropriate to the chief complaint and demographic/population specific criteria.
- Obtain 12-Lean EKGs when directed/ordered.
- Perform and document all vital signs, special procedure set up, splinting and any other simple tasks as directed by the RN within the scope of their practice.
- Use department equipment appropriate to the level of training.
- Respond effectively in emergency situations.
- Stock, re-stock supplies in department, and may be asked to place orders for specialty or stationary supplies specific to the ED.
- Perform legible, timely, concise and accurate documentation according to policies and procedures.
- Use appropriate organization, priority setting and problem-solving skills.
- Participate in unit, service line and CommonSpirit Health Quality initiatives. Includes Patient Satisfaction, Throughout Initiatives, and departmental Core Measures.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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