Emergency Tech - Per Diem

Central Maine Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

45d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking an Emergency Technican to join their team here at Central Maine Medical Center's Emergency Department in Lewiston, ME! This is a per diem, hourly position, with shift differentials available! Position Summary: The Emergency Department Technician provides quality supportive patient care that involves direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the Emergency Department’s Registered Nurse or Physician.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred, required within 6 months of hire.
C N A certification or EMT license with at least one year of work experience.

Responsibilities

Provides supportive care to Emergency Department patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse or physician. Performs approved procedures per policy.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member. Supports and assists team members in all activities.
Communicates in an effective and efficient manner with all documentation, and with all coworkers, patients and physicians.
Recognizes and reports appropriate data to the RN/MD/NP/PA.
Assists registered nurse and providers with assessments, examinations and treatment.
Performs other duties as in services, including crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting physician with splint or cast application.
Adheres to hospital policy addressing standard precautions, safety regulations and guidelines.
Assists with patient transfers.
Responds to patient and visitor questions and needs immediately and within established standards.
Maintains patient comfort and privacy.
Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures.
Assists with preparation of equipment for procedures.
Monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed in the Emergency Department.
Transports patients and supplies to diagnostic departments, nursing units.
Acts as a clinical preceptor for students and orientees.
Maintains policies and procedures established by the department.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services meetings and workshops; shows responsibility for ongoing education.
Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.
Operates equipment safely and correctly.
Maintains a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, hospital staffs.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.