Emergency Department Technician - Casual - Days/Nights

Nebraska Methodist Hospital•Council Bluffs, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a casual position in the Emergency Department at Methodist Jennie Edmundson. Casual employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business, with work days and hours often varying from week to week. The role is accountable for helping with the delivery of quality care to patients and families, according to the individualized needs of the patient. Nebraska Methodist Health System focuses on providing exceptional care and fostering a culture called The Meaning of Care, offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a great work environment where all employees are valued and make a real difference in the communities they serve.

Requirements

High School graduate or the equivalent knowledge in medical terminology and office functions.
Patient care experience such as vital signs, performing Electrocardiogram (EKGs), and assisting with activities and hygiene related patient care.
Skilled in promoting positive relations when interacting with patients or other customers.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to staff, managers, patients, physicians, and the public.
Ability to work in an environment with constant interruptions, learn quickly and adapt to change.
Basic clerical functions such as: phone operations, filing, organizing a desk area, light typing, keyboarding, use of office equipment, greeting the public and following good public relations contact.
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a nursing assistant, medical assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program or completion of 2 years of a BSN preferred.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Promotes positive relations when interacting with patients, visitors, families, physicians, customers and co-workers.
Acts as receptionist for the department.
Handles in-coming and out-going information in person and by telephone.
Assists with department equipment and environment cleaning.
Prepares rooms for next patient.
Cleans clinical equipment, carts, wheelchair, etc.
Assists with basic patient care and vital signs monitoring.
Collects urine, stool, and sputum samples.
Performs EKGs, answers call lights, and checks on patients routinely for comfort and satisfaction.
Assists nurse in admission and discharge by transporting patient to and from unit.
Provides escort for patient as directed.
Obtains supplies and materials when required, to include daytime stocking linens and evening supplies.
Provides assistance with special projects.
Assists with orientation, training new personnel, and Performance Improvement.
Perform phlebotomy if appropriately trained as a phlebotomy technician.