EMERGENCY RESPONSE TECHNICIAN- CERMAK

Cook County•Chicago, IL

3d•$37 - $45•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 established protocols, the technician uses Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and other technical skills to evaluate, triage, and stabilize patients; observe detainees for health problems; intervene; and report clinical information to a physician, physician assistant, or registered nurse. The position is in Patient Care Services – Urgent Care at Cermak Health Services. It is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the SEIU 73 Organizing Committee. The posted shift is 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. The hourly salary range is $36.80–$44.80, commensurate with documented experience at the time of application. Cook County will consider internal eligible applicants before external applicants and is assembling a qualified candidate list in case the position is not filled internally.

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 is required at interview.
Valid driver’s license; must be provided at interview.
Current CPR and ACLS certifications; proof is required at interview.
Illinois state licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P); proof is required at interview.
Two years of full-time 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, medical terminology, and medical abbreviations related to emergency medical procedures.
Skill in performing EKGs and basic physical assessment.
Ability to perform ACLS, maintain accurate records, understand instructions, and communicate effectively with patients and staff.
Must meet all required qualifications at the time of application filing.
Foreign degrees, except those from U.S. territories and Canada, must be credentialed by an approved NACES- or AICE-member evaluation service; original credentialing documents must be presented at interview.
Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory professional and employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure and certifications, and successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patient conditions 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 patient care accurately and promptly, including in Cerner EMR as directed by a nurse.
Acknowledge and follow the nurse’s supervisory responsibility and direction in divisional, clinic, Intake, or Infirmary settings.
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 with 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 health-services policies and procedures and consult policy and procedure materials for clarification.
Maintain and comply with CPR and ACLS certifications; attend mandatory fire, safety, infection-control, and other certification programs.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and others.
Provide appropriate shift-to-shift reports.
Attend twelve hours of in-service training annually 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, attitude, dress, communication, and grooming.
Serve as a preceptor when assigned.
Adhere to attendance policy and use appropriate channels to address issues or concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.