Emergency Department Technician, Day Shift, Emergency Department

Adventist HealthCare•Silver Spring, MD

2d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

White Oak Medical Center is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Technician to work in its Emergency Department and support Adventist HealthCare’s mission of physical, mental, and spiritual healing. The technician follows the care plan established and delegated by the Registered Nurse, receives reports from the RN, and works alongside nursing staff and other departments to provide patient-centered care. The role promotes safety, service, teamwork, professional development, and appropriate care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of a CNA program or the first year of a nursing school program, and successful completion of the CNA exam.
Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant by the State of Maryland and listed on the state registry, or be a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
Ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate effectively.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Model positive customer service behaviors consistent with Adventist HealthCare’s values and mission, and hold self and others accountable.
Follow the care plan established and delegated by the Registered Nurse and receive report from the RN.
Promote a culture of safety and a focus on excellence.
Work alongside the RN to support cohesive work teams and collaborate professionally with other departments to provide patient-centered care.
Pursue personal and professional development, explore new knowledge and ideas, and participate in department and organizational education programs, meetings, committees, and professional initiatives.
Identify and use resources necessary for safe patient care; report malfunctioning or expired equipment and supplies; and ensure work areas and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately.
Attend required unit training and education and maintain clinical, communication, computer, and certification skills.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Work-life balance through nonrotating shifts.
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise.
Free employee parking.
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents, effective on the date of hire.
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, and AD&D; short-term disability buy-up is available.
Paid time off.
Employer retirement contribution and matching after one year of eligible employment, with a three-year vesting period.
Voluntary benefits, including flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long-term care, and critical illness and accident insurance.
Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program support.