Emergency Department Technician

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Altoona, PA

115d

About The Position

The Emergency Department Technician provides direct patient care and other related activities in accordance with their level of education. They are responsible to the clinical manager for the environment and physical management of the patient to which they are assigned, as well as for factual observation and the reporting and recording of pertinent information. This position is full-time, requiring three 12-hour shifts a week, with shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, including every other weekend and holiday. The role is part of the AFSCME union.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a Licensed Practical Nurse course, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician, Paramedic Program, or EMT Program.
• Basic knowledge regarding the care of patients and operation of monitors.
• Ability to adapt to constant change inherent in healthcare.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with the Medical Staff, Administration, and other departmental personnel.
• Skills in nursing and technology.
• Knowledge of supervisory techniques concerning the management of patients and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Responds effectively in emergencies.
• Assists RN/physician in the admission of patient - orients patient to their surroundings, transfers patient, and assists in discharging.
• Utilizes restraints and protective mechanisms as required with documentation.
• Assists with treatment as directed, such as foley cath, cath irrigations and care, oral tracheal/nasal suctioning, enemas, dressing changes, perineal care, etc.
• Assists with thoracotomies, chest tube insertions and other procedures regarding trauma, EKG's, immobilization, oxygen, and suturing.
• Performs venipuncture and intravenous access.
• Performs and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry).
• Adheres to universal precautions and complies with established occupational exposure policies.
• Participates in patient care conferences providing input in patient care planning and patient/family teaching, and CPI processes.
• Observes, reports, and documents all unusual symptoms, condition changes, and care delivered as per DEM policy.
• Assists patient in bed, turning, lifting, positioning, and ambulating.
• Maintains cubicle and equipment in an orderly fashion, cleans, restocks, and orders as necessary.
• Completes ongoing age-specific and annual competency validation via defined mechanisms.
• Maintains proficiency/competency in patient care testing as defined in the evaluation criteria established by the lab.
• Calls for patient in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort; adheres to instructions from Clinical Manager or physician and established routines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED