ER TECH - Emergency, Full Time, Day

UHS•Palmdale, CA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Emergency Services the ER Technician is responsible to administer patient care to designated patients under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. Follows the plan of care set by the registered nurse and/or physician, managing the individual needs of the patient with regards to their age and clinical diagnosis. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties in the Emergency Department in order to ensure and maintaining smooth patient flow. The E.R. Technician has specialized skills and knowledge in Emergency Care for all patients from infancy through geriatric.

Requirements

One year experience in an acute care setting preferred.
High School Graduate or equivalent.
EMT, CNA or Medical Assistant required –OR- Currently enrolled in RN program with successful completion of 2 semesters of clinical coursework.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association required
CPI is required within 30 days of hire.
Basic dysrhythmia certification or obtained within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

One year experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer patient care to designated patients under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Follows the plan of care set by the registered nurse and/or physician, managing the individual needs of the patient with regards to their age and clinical diagnosis.
Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties in the Emergency Department in order to ensure and maintaining smooth patient flow.