ER Tech Il 7p-7a

American Addiction Centers•Hazel Crest, IL

2d•$22 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The ER Tech II provides direct patient care under the direction of nursing or medical staff, documenting care on the medical record. This role involves achieving and maintaining patient care competencies as determined by Emergency Department management. Responsibilities include ensuring adequate supplies, assisting with clerical functions, transporting patients and equipment, and maintaining the cleanliness of patient care areas and equipment. The ER Tech II also collaborates with nurses and physicians to maintain waiting room safety and keep vital signs up to date. This position requires adherence to patient safety practices and reporting of safety events.

Requirements

Certified as CNA, EMT, paramedic, or ERT with 2~3 yrs. of hospital or pre~hospital patient care experience or acceptance at an accredited medical school or completions of 2~3 years of nursing school clinical rotations or completion of a certified medical assisting program.
Ability to move / lift patients and push carts, etc.
Ability to use keyboard, see computer screen.
CNA, EMT, ERT, MA certification
Current CPR certification
Completion of the 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.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care as directed by nursing or medical staff, documenting on the medical record.
Achieve and maintain patient care competencies as determined by Emergency Department management.
Ensure an adequate supply of equipment needed for patient care.
Assist with clerical functions such as telephone and order entry, backs-up clerical associates and greeters for breaks and meals.
Transport patients and equipment interdepartmentally.
Ensure that patient care areas, storage rooms, and equipment are clean and maintained.
Collaborate with nurses and physicians to maintain waiting room safety and keep vital signs up to date.
Report patient safety events and near misses in timely fashion.
Adhere to all behavioral and procedural patient safety practices.
Promote culture of safety through identifying threats to patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm.
Communicate openly and promote team work.
Report intimidating behavior and other threats to patient safety promptly.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
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