Emergency Room Technician

Sutter Health•Novato, CA

About The Position

Performs routine patient care, support, and services within the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis and in a timely manner. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. May perform specific additional tasks or orient other staff to the department. This is a part-time, regular, non-exempt position at Novato Community Hospital. The schedule is for 12-hour day shifts, with variable days and every other weekend required. The listed pay range is $37.73 to $52.82 per hour; compensation may vary based on geographic location and factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
One year of recent relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills, medical procedures, views, and equipment.
Ability to recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action.
Ability to interpret information and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and working within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Perform routine patient care, support, and services within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures.
Use patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Exercise sound judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care in a timely manner.
Adhere to applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care.
May perform specific additional tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.