EMERGENCY ROOM ASSISTANT

Samaritan Health Services • Portland, OR

1d • $18 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Care for our community, and your career. This position requires a high school level of knowledge. Previous experience or graduation from a Nursing Assistant or EMT program is preferred. BLS certification is required or must be obtained within 3 months of hire or transfer. Proof of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification from an approved institution or training program is preferred. Unless otherwise indicated, one year of current experience within the last three years in a comparable job classification is required. The role involves working effectively with others, possessing tact, discretion, and diplomacy. The ability to work under stress and complete duties, sometimes with numerous interruptions, is essential. Must be able to communicate information to supervisors and co-workers. Familiarity with equipment used to move patients and take vital signs is necessary. Ability to understand printed health-related material is required. Completion of a hospital-based internship, which includes coursework and clinical time up to 6 weeks, along with demonstrated proficiencies in phlebotomy and EKG, is part of the role.

Requirements

• High school level of knowledge
• One year of current experience within the last three years in a comparable job classification
• BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire or transfer
• Must be able to communicate information to supervisor and co- workers
• Must be familiar with equipment used to move patients and take vital signs
• Ability to understand printed health related material

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience or graduated from a Nursing Assistant or EMT program
• Licensing: Proof of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification from an approved institution or training program

Responsibilities

• Care for our community
• Work effectively with others, possess tact, discretion and diplomacy
• Ability to work under stress and complete duties, sometimes with numerous interruptions
• Communicate information to supervisor and co-workers
• Familiarity with equipment used to move patients and take vital signs
• Ability to understand printed health related material
• Completion of hospital based Internship which includes coursework and clinical time up to 6 weeks along with proficiencies demonstrated in competencies for phlebotomy and EKG

What This Job Offers

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