Emergency Room Technician
About The Position
Where You’ll Work Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction. Here, you'll discover more than just a job; you'll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system. Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members. Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well-being truly connect. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Emergency Room Tech, you will support safe, cost-efficient patient care in the Emergency Department, performing delegated functions from the RN or Physician.Every day you will conduct selected diagnostics and procedures, assist with patient transport and lifting, and provide general clerical and cleaning support to the unit.To be successful in this role you will effectively execute delegated tasks, support unit operations, and contribute to a safe and efficient environment. Provides patient care according to established nursing standards, policies and procedures Assists with patient assessment and planning Recognizes and communicates abnormal findings and/or changes in patient status to RN Follows through with specific tasks as directed by the RN, Charge or department leadership Performs IV starts on specific patient populations as approved and directed Assists in promoting patient comfort, i.e. positioning, providing restful environment, measures to reduce pain
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certification of completion of technician education in a specific area and specialty e.g. EMT-Basic EMT-Paramedic CNA or LNA or PCT (patient care technician)
- Completion of Basic EKG class and demonstration of competency in EKG rhythm identification within six (6) months or previous EKG rhythm identification experience and demonstration of competency within ninety (90) days of hire
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
- Successful completion of the following within ninety (90) days: YRMC IV Course, IV insertion competency checklist for adults, Six (6) successful adult IV insertions performed under the supervision of an RN
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of pre-hospital or Emergency Department experience
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Cerner experience
- Certified Nursing Assistant License: AZ (CNA:AZ)
- Emergency Medical Technician: AZ (EMT:AZ)
Responsibilities
- Provides patient care according to established nursing standards, policies and procedures
- Assists with patient assessment and planning
- Recognizes and communicates abnormal findings and/or changes in patient status to RN
- Follows through with specific tasks as directed by the RN, Charge or department leadership
- Performs IV starts on specific patient populations as approved and directed
- Assists in promoting patient comfort, i.e. positioning, providing restful environment, measures to reduce pain
- Conduct selected diagnostics and procedures
- Assist with patient transport and lifting
- Provide general clerical and cleaning support to the unit
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
