Pediatric Emergency Technician

UHS•Washington, DC

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system is a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it ensures that residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. This full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage, and a helipad for emergency transport. We are seeking an Pedatric Emergency Technician (Part Time). Our ideal candidate will provide care to assigned patients, according to the established plan of care. As the competency documentation designates, the Pediatric Emergency Technician will be under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Team Leader and/or Pediatric Emergency Department Providers.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
PCT Certification required.
Successful completion of the cognitive and psycho-motor exam for the National Registry of EMTs at a Basic, Intermediate, or Paramedic level.
1 year of recent Emergency Department experience as an emergency room technician or at least one year of experience as a primary EMS field provider or military equivalent.
BLS certification required.
De-escalation Training within six (6) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of a state-approved Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course that meets or exceeds the National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards for the Emergency Medical Technician is preferred.
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm and focused during high-pressure situations.
Commitment to upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety.
Demonstrated communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

Provide care to assigned patients, according to the established plan of care.
Work under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Team Leader and/or Pediatric Emergency Department Providers.