Emergency Department Technician
Silver Cross Hospital•New Lenox, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Emergency Department Triage Technician functions as a designated clinical extender and assistant to the Triage Registered Nurse (RN). The primary objective of this role is to accelerate the initial data gathering, diagnostic testing, and transport of arriving patients to optimize overall department throughout. Operating under a strict, non-interpretive scope of work, the position executes protocolized clinical tasks and conducts scheduled safety surveillance within the waiting lobby to maintain a secure environment and mitigate clinical deterioration risks.
Requirements
- Currently certified by the state of Illinois as a CNA or EMT-B license.
- CPR certification.
- Ability to care for patients with compassion and maintain quality in a fast pace environment.
- Must be organized, have excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Great computer skills.
- Must use proper phone etiquette.
- Knowledgeable with Medical Terminology.
Nice To Haves
- Previous ER experience strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Functions as a designated clinical extender and assistant to the Triage Registered Nurse (RN).
- Accelerates initial data gathering, diagnostic testing, and transport of arriving patients to optimize overall department throughout.
- Executes protocolized clinical tasks.
- Conducts scheduled safety surveillance within the waiting lobby to maintain a secure environment and mitigate clinical deterioration risks.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Other voluntary benefit plans
- PTO and Sick time
- 401(k) plan with a match
- Wellness program
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
