EMERGENCY RESPONSE TECHNICIAN- CERMAK

Cook County•Chicago, IL

10d•$37 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Response Technician serves as a first responder to emergencies within the Cook County Department of Corrections/Criminal Courts Building Complex and the Department of Community Supervision and Intervention. Following protocols, the technician uses Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and other technical skills to evaluate, triage, and stabilize patients. The role also includes observing detainees for health problems, intervening as appropriate, and reporting clinical information to a physician, physician assistant, or registered nurse. The position is based at Cermak Health Services in Chicago and is assigned to Patient Care Services, Division 6. The listed shift is 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the SEIU 73 Organizing Committee. Cook County will consider eligible internal applicants before external applicants and is assembling a qualified candidate list if the position is not filled internally. The technician provides protocol-based emergency care, assists clinical staff with patient evaluation, documents care and patient complaints, transports sick or injured detainees, and helps maintain safe, clean, and operational care environments and emergency equipment. The role requires current CPR and ACLS certifications, Illinois EMT-Paramedic licensure, and two years of full-time emergency medical work experience or experience providing emergency medical care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; official transcripts must be provided at interview.
Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application; proof must be provided at interview.
Valid driver's license; must be provided at interview.
Current CPR and ACLS certifications; proof must be provided at interview.
Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in Illinois; proof must be provided at interview.
Two years of full-time work experience as an emergency medical technician or providing emergency medical care.
Competency in phlebotomy.
Competency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience in sterilization procedures.
Knowledge of pharmacology, physical assessment, basic medical terminology, and medical abbreviations related to emergency medical procedures.
Skill in performing EKGs and basic physical assessment.
Ability to perform ACLS.
Ability to maintain accurate records, understand instructions, and communicate effectively with patients and staff.
Must meet all required qualifications at the time of application filing.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patient condition and provide emergency treatment according to protocol.
Provide emergency care that may include taking vital signs, immobilizing patients, administering oral and intravenous medications, performing EKGs, endotracheal intubation, cardiac defibrillation, and venous catheter placement.
Perform ACLS as directed and supervised by a physician.
Document care accurately and promptly, including in Cerner EMR as directed by the nurse.
Acknowledge and follow nursing supervisory responsibility in divisional, clinic, Intake, or Infirmary settings, and perform activities as directed by the nurse.
Verify and document patient complaints and discuss them with a registered nurse or physician.
Maintain confidentiality of patient-related information and demonstrate ethical practice.
Assist nurses, physicians, and physician assistants in further medical evaluation of detainees or patients.
Transport sick and injured detainees to healthcare areas using a wheelchair, stair-chair, gurney, medi-car, or ambulance.
Inspect emergency equipment and supplies daily, keep equipment clean and operational, and report problems.
Review new policies and procedures and use the policy and procedure book for clarification; support unit and department health-services policies and philosophy.
Maintain CPR and ACLS compliance and attend mandatory certification programs, including fire, safety, and infection control.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and others.
Provide appropriate shift-to-shift reports.
Attend twelve hours of annual in-service training and pursue professional growth through educational offerings.
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
Comply with CCDOC and DCSI security policies and procedures.
Maintain a professional appearance in attitude, dress, communication, and grooming.
Serve as a preceptor when assigned.
Adhere to the attendance policy and use appropriate channels to address issues or concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.