Emergency Department Technician Full Time Nights

Kindred Healthcare•Hartsville, SC

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, a 116-bed community hospital located in Hartsville, SC, is seeking an Emergency Department Technician. This hospital has received numerous awards and recognitions for its excellence in patient care and safety. The Emergency Department Technician will provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of nursing and provider staff. Responsibilities include monitoring cardiac rhythms, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, and performing clerical duties. The role also involves maintaining a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control protocols, and ensuring patient confidentiality.

Requirements

EMT - Emergency Medical Tech state certified Upon Hire
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Patient Care Tech Upon Hire
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA state registered Upon Hire
Other: Equivalent clinical training with demonstrated care competencies Upon Hire
BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire
EKG Competency required within timeframe required by facility policy
O2 Assessment may be required within timeframe required by facility policy

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
Prior Experience in a hospital, emergency care setting, or similar clinical environment
Prior Experience Experience with patient care, vital signs monitoring, and specimen collection

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care including vital signs monitoring, ambulation, and basic hygiene care under the supervision of the RN or provider.
Monitors cardiac rhythms and reports any abnormalities to the nursing staff.
Assists with Point of Care Testing (Accu-Checks), phlebotomy, and specimen collection as directed.
Performs catheter insertion and removal as directed by RN (Paramedic Only).
Assists with patient transport and ensures patient safety during transport.
Completes accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
Demonstrates proficiency with downtime procedures and required documentation.
Responds to patient call systems in a timely manner and assists with patient needs.
Supports unit operations by maintaining adequate stock of supplies and assisting with inventory control.
Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA regulations.