Emergency Services Technician - Weekends Only

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Port Washington, WA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Services Technician - Weekends Only position is a full-time role within the Emergency Department, requiring 36 hours per week. The schedule involves working every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with 4 weekends off per year. The shift is the 3rd shift, from 1900 to 0730, and holiday rotation is required. This role is benefits-eligible and falls within a pay range of $21.85 - $32.80.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of hospital patient care or pre-hospital patient care experience OR completion of 1 year of nursing school clinical rotations OR Certified Nursing Assistant
• Ability to use keyboard, see computer screen.
• Ability to move/lift patients and push carts, etc.
• Current CPR certification
• Completion of age-specific competency
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Nice To Haves

• EMT-Ps licensed by IDPH may complete the housewide competency to start IVs, saline locks, and administer IV fluids.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care as directed by nursing and medical staff based on skills within the job description.
• EMT-Ps licensed by IDPH may complete the housewide competency to start IVs, saline locks, and administer IV fluids.
• Assist both nursing and physicians to perform various invasive procedures such as advanced airway, central line insertion, etc.
• Perform bedside monitor application and lead placement (cardiac monitor, NIBP, pulse ox), 12 lead EKGs, phlebotomy, orthopedic post molds and splints, crutch training, monitoring and discontinuation of urinary catheters, and assist patients with ADLs and toileting.
• Document all interventions in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with the application of hard and soft restraints and monitor behavioral health patients according to policy.
• Immediately report concerns regarding patient status to nursing and medical staff.
• Ensure adequate supplies and equipment are available for patient care throughout the shift, including all patient care areas and clean/dirty utility rooms.
• Ensure all ED equipment is present, clean, and maintained.
• Continually assess levels of medical supplies and equipment throughout the work area at intervals throughout the shift, with an initial assessment at shift-to-shift handoff, and reassess.
• Communicate needed supply orders to the UIC for electronic entry.
• Ensure adequate levels of linen are available in all patient care areas, including the Paramedic Cart and blanket warmers, in collaboration with other members of the ED treatment team.
• Perform gross cleaning of used sterile instruments utilizing universal precautions in compliance with Infection Control policy and procedures.
• Transport instruments and trays to Sterile Processing for cleaning.
• Clean flexible scope and fiberoptic laryngoscope blades according to policy.
• Continually monitor equipment function and remove/report malfunction according to proper procedure.
• Arrange for equipment repair if appropriate.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization for equipment and supplies throughout all patient care areas and clean/dirty utility rooms throughout the ED in compliance with Infection Control/universal precaution policy and procedures.
• Complete patient rounds on an hourly basis, managing patient expectations using AIDET and key words at key times.
• Report concerns to nursing staff as per the chain of command for service recovery when necessary.
• Make rounds on patients in the ED waiting room per department guidelines.
• Deliver high-quality patient care in accordance with ED quality initiatives such as: Cardiac Alerts, Stroke Alerts, blood culture contamination, handwashing, trauma.
• Maintain annual competencies in compliance with applicable policy and procedure.
• Maintain competency in all ED Tech assignment patient care areas according to departmental policy and procedure such as EKG, Triage, and other areas.
• Perform point of care testing according to applicable policy and procedure.
• Collaborate with peers to ensure adequate coverage in the ED throughout the shift as well as during meals and breaks.
• Maintain basic knowledge of clerical functions such as telephone and basic order entry to assist with coverage of UIC when necessary.
• Regularly communicate with the ED Charge Nurse and fellow ED Techs to meet patient care needs throughout the ED.
• Transport patients, supplies, and equipment interdepartmentally when necessary.
• Transport patients interdepartmentally, utilizing wheelchairs and carts when appropriate.
• Transport blood products, medications, x-rays, and medical supplies as needed to facilitate patient care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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