Emergency Technician

Providence•Walla Walla, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The ER technician II supports the clinical team by performing assigned tasks and activities according to skill level and patient needs as assessed and delegated by the Registered Nurse. These activities may include patient care such as obtaining vital signs and weights, patient comfort and hygiene interventions, assistance with toileting, transporting patients by gurney or wheelchair, and miscellaneous duties in assisting the physician and nursing team. The ER technician II performs routine stocking and organizing of department supplies and equipment and prepares rooms between patients maintaining a safe and clean environment. The ER technician II also performs receptionist and clerical duties including such functions as: transcription of physician orders, retrieving computer data, computerized order entry, maintenance of ER Registry and filing of patient records. The ER technician II supports the patient care activities by providing a calm and organized demeanor during potential stressful or traumatic clinical situations. Employee will be expected to perform most job duties independently and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

MA-C upon hire.
MA-P accepted, but obtain MA-R within 60 days of hire and maintain both licenses.
Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification upon hire.
National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
1 year Experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

Performing assigned tasks and activities according to skill level and patient needs as assessed and delegated by the Registered Nurse.
Obtaining vital signs and weights.
Performing patient comfort and hygiene interventions.
Assisting with toileting.
Transporting patients by gurney or wheelchair.
Assisting the physician and nursing team with miscellaneous duties.
Performing routine stocking and organizing of department supplies and equipment.
Preparing rooms between patients, maintaining a safe and clean environment.
Performing receptionist and clerical duties including transcription of physician orders, retrieving computer data, computerized order entry, maintenance of ER Registry and filing of patient records.
Supporting patient care activities by providing a calm and organized demeanor during potential stressful or traumatic clinical situations.
Performing most job duties independently and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures.