Emergency Room Technician

AdventHealth•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Demonstrates competency in EKGs, cardiac monitoring, and BLS protocols. Monitors cardiac/telemetry status and vital functions of all patients. Performs as a Unit Liaison, including physician communication, maintaining electronic logs, EMS radio support, and coordinating patient transports. Adheres to infection control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Performs basic skills completely to include but not limited to: patient transport, EKGs, telemetry monitoring, intake & output, vital signs, specimen/culture collection, phlebotomy, dressing applications, oxygen administration via simple airway management (nasal cannula or mask), personal hygiene assistance, chest tube set-up, splint applications, blood glucose monitoring, and foley catheter placement
Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language
High School Grad or Equiv
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT)

Nice To Haves

1+ healthcare of field experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency in EKGs, cardiac monitoring, and BLS protocols.
Monitors cardiac/telemetry status and vital functions of all patients.
Performs as a Unit Liaison, including physician communication, maintaining electronic logs, EMS radio support, and coordinating patient transports.
Adheres to infection control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees.
Other duties as assigned.