EMT/Tech - Emergency Department - F/T

Denver Health•Denver, CO

3d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department is a fast-paced, high acuity unit providing high-quality adult emergency care. Denver Health Emergency Department is one of the nation’s leading Level I Trauma Centers, with one of the highest survival rates in the country for the most severe injuries. Our facility provides high-quality medical and trauma care where nurses will find their skill set is continually growing. Our ED consists of 57 beds, nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3-4, accommodating for critical patients. Additional support staff include emergency medical technicians (EMT), phlebotomists, EKG technicians, in-person interpreters and social workers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
No previous experience required.
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
EMT - CO - State of Colorado Required
IV Authorization certification approved by CDPHE - CDPHE - Colorado Department of Public Safety Required or AEMT-EMT Advanced - CO - State of Colorado Required or EMTP-EMT Paramedic - CO - State of Colorado Required
Knowledge of Emergency Department practices.
Knowledge of and the ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, physicians and the public.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skill set required.

Responsibilities

Assists the RN in carrying out the plan of care for assigned patients.
Acts appropriately in critical situations.
Obtains vital signs and differentiates normal from abnormal findings.
Reports abnormal values or conditions to the RN (e.g., Abnormal VS, bleeding, safety concerns, family issues).
Under direct supervision of the RN and as delegated by the physician, implements care based on prioritized patient needs, assists with the plan of care with measurable outcome and goals for the patient/family, and participates in the discharge planning process.
Assists with the care coordination and safe transportation of patients through the ED visit.
Is able to transport low risk monitored patients through the hospital.
Performs transportation responsibilities when requested; transporting patients from one area to another; delivering laboratory specimens, blood products, medications and other hospital/medical items to the requested departments as needed; and includes access to the pneumatic tube system to transport items, including blood products and medications, to and from the tube and the desired location.
Documentation of completed tasks, vital signs, procedures and notes in EHR.
Documentation of patient safety observation in accordance with DH’s policies and procedures.

Benefits

Generous paid time off
Fully paid parental leave
Exceptional retirement contributions
Comprehensive health coverage
Nationally recognized well-being programs
Tuition assistance
Career advancement pathways
Professional development
Meaningful financial advantages
Loan forgiveness eligibility
Employer contributions
Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer