Emergency Room Technical Assistant - Emergency Medicine
About The Position
Join the dynamic team at Henry Ford Health's Emergency Department, where we provide critical care to patients in their most urgent moments. As part of Henry Ford Medical Group, one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, our Emergency Department is committed to delivering coordinated, compassionate care across the region. We pride ourselves on our collaborative environment, access to leading clinical resources, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and communities. GENERAL SUMMARY: Assist with patient care based on individual needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision of a registered nurse or Provider.
Requirements
- High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
- BCLS certification required.
- B-EMT certification/program OR Graduate from a formal Medical Assistant program OR Completion of a formal nursing education program OR Completion of a formal medical doctor education program OR One (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience in lieu of above completed certification/program.
- Must complete applicable certification/program within 12 months of hire.
- Successful completion of a 180-day orientation period required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Emergency Department Technician, Medical Assistant experience preferred.
- EMT license preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists RNs and Providers with assessments, examinations and treatments as requested. The following list of treatments/examinations is not inclusive and may vary by Business Unit: Drawing blood and collection of specimens, EKG’s, Splint/immobilizers applications, Taking vital signs on adults and pediatric patients, Inserting neuro-gastric tubes, Urethral catheterization of adult patients, Discontinuance of peripheral IV’s, Starting unmediated IV’s
- Prepares and assists Providers with procedures such as: Suturing-preps patients and prepares sterile trays, Application of casts, Miscellaneous procedures including pelvic exams, lumbar punctures.
- Assists patients as needed.
- Recognize potential of life-threatening dysrhythmias and abnormal vital signs and report same to RN/Provider.
- Adheres to hospital policy addressing standard precautions, safety regulations and guidelines.
- Documents patient care performed.
- Interact with patients and families as appropriate, ensuring excellent patient and customer experiences.
- Transports patients and supplies.
- Cleans equipment, monitors stock, and restocks equipment and supplies as required.
- Assists in ordering routine equipment; maintains enough stretchers, wheelchairs, suction equipment, etc. in ER area.
- Maintains departmental cleanliness and prepares rooms between patients
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
