ER Tech Il 3P-3A

Advocate Health • Hazel Crest, IL

4d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The ER Tech performs patient care as directed by nursing or medical staff and documents care in the medical record. The role requires achieving and maintaining patient care competencies as determined by Emergency Department management. Duties also include supporting patient safety in the waiting room and assisting with the department’s equipment, clerical, transport, and cleanliness needs. The position is full time, scheduled 0.9 FTE from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m., for 36 hours per week.

Requirements

• Certification as a CNA, EMT, paramedic, or ERT, with 2–3 years of hospital or pre-hospital patient care experience; alternatively, acceptance at an accredited medical school, completion of 2–3 years of nursing school clinical rotations, or completion of a certified medical assisting program.
• CNA, EMT, ERT, or MA certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Completion of the age-specific competency.
• Ability to move and lift patients and push carts.
• Ability to use a keyboard and see a computer screen.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when a patient cannot assist, patient-handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other associate when available.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care as directed by nursing or medical staff and document care in 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, including telephone and order entry, and back up clerical associates and greeters during breaks and meals.
• Transport patients and equipment between departments.
• Keep patient care areas, storage rooms, and equipment 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 promptly; follow patient safety practices, identify and intervene in safety threats, communicate openly, promote teamwork, and promptly report intimidating behavior or other threats to safety.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, where applicable
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual performance-based increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed