ER TECH/HUC

Premier Health • Dayton, OH

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About The Position

The ER Tech/Health Unit Coordinator (ER Tech/HUC) combines the essential functions of an ER Tech and a Health Unit Coordinator, working in either capacity according to operational needs. The role is in the Emergency and Trauma Center at Miami Valley Hospital and is scheduled for 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 36 hours per week and 72 hours per pay period.

As an ER Tech, the employee performs technical and clinical tasks and procedures under Registered Nurse supervision and as delegated in accordance with the Ohio Board of Nursing. The employee identifies abnormal findings using established standards and guidelines and reports them to the Registered Nurse.

As a Health Unit Coordinator, the employee supports unit operations by coordinating communication, entering data, and stocking or ordering supplies. The role also provides clerical assistance to physicians and staff and gives direction and guidance to patients, families, and visitors while promoting a positive patient experience. HUC tasks are performed under RN oversight in coordination with other team members.

Requirements

• High school completion or GED.
• Current Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer BLS CPR certification required before completion of orientation.
• Successful completion of one of the following: prior STNA or CNA training; Patient Care Technician/Assistant training; direct patient care experience within the last five years performing fundamental vital signs and direct care activities such as bathing, turning/positioning, or toileting; current enrollment in nursing school with at least one clinical rotation completed; or EMT Basic.
• No prior job-related work experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Medical terminology experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and clinical tasks and procedures under Registered Nurse supervision and as delegated in accordance with the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Identify abnormal findings based on established standards and guidelines and report them to the Registered Nurse.
• Coordinate communication and enter data to support unit operations.
• Stock and order supplies.
• Provide clerical assistance to physicians and staff.
• Give direction and guidance to patients, families, and visitors while promoting a positive patient experience.
• Perform Health Unit Coordinator tasks under RN oversight and in coordination with other team members.

What This Job Offers

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