emergency department technician

Houston Methodist

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Emergency Room Technician position is responsible for maintaining knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks for diverse patient population and their families in the Emergency Room, performing patient care activities of daily living (ADL's), as needed. This position performs delegated patient care duties under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The Emergency Room Technician position records data established by policy and procedure, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse and/or provider. The Emergency Room Technician position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions independently, handling patient care and technical issues as they arise within the scope of their job. This position also performs clerical tasks such as answering the phones and transcribes orders as needed.
<div>FLSA STATUS 
Non-exempt 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Six months in an emergency setting or Emergency Medical Technician Basic or Intermediate certification (State of Texas)
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute within 3 months
</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul> 
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES<ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
</li><li>Displays strong time management skills
</li><li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
</li><li>Practices proper infection control, including precautionary procedures
</li><li>Independently adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing work flow
</li><li>Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action
</li><li>Strong organizational skills to handle a heavy workload and maintain accuracy
</li><li>Possesses competent computer knowledge. Operates multiple computer systems including electronic health records, i.e., Epic, and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, &amp; Excel)
</li><li>Demonstrates ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department and interprofessional health care team as appropriate
</li>Successful completion of validated Basic EKG proficiency exam with a score of 80% and correct identification of lethal dysrhythmias during orientation 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
 
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Participates and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit responding willingly and positively to colleagues needs for assistance and partnership to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner in a clear and timely manner.
</li><li>Communicates effectively with patients, family members, co-workers, medical staff, hospital personnel, and other customers; treats all individuals with dignity and respect. Acts as a patient advocate in coordinating care across the continuum that meets the patient&rsquo;s needs
</li><li>Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Follows channels of communication for effective problem solving. Assists other techs and coworkers, manages several ongoing priorities with minimal supervision. Assists in resolving complex issues.
</li><li>Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee satisfaction, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul> 
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Performs delegated low risks, high frequency technical and clinical procedures required for patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Documents, where applicable, comprehensive screenings, care administered, diagnostic measurements, allergies and medication lists, treatments and procedures as determined by skills, training and validation (i.e., vital signs, 12 Lead EKG, I.V. catheter insertion, CPR, splinting, specimen collection, immobilization by backboard, extrication from vehicles) in accordance with established policies and procedures. Repeats vital signs according to policy.
</li><li>Assumes the role of phlebotomist when necessary. Performs drug screen collection according to established policy, procedure, and protocols.
</li><li>Observes patients, making hourly rounds to ensure patient needs are met (four P&rsquo;s), for condition change. Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the licensed nurse to achieve desired patient outcomes. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs.
</li><li>Actively works to pursue high levels of patient satisfaction by contributing towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul> 
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
</li><li>Accurately identifies the patient using standardized patient identification protocols and resolves any discrepancies prior to caring for patient. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Supports initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries, patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections. Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities, impacting hospital and department quality and safety targets, through peer-to-peer accountability, collaborating with the interprofessional team.
</li></ul> 
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Maintains an orderly environment that facilitates access to supplies, equipment, and resource information. Assists in the inventory, monitoring and ordering supplies and medical equipment to maintain par levels. Minimizes the overuse of supplies and reports low supply inventories as they arise; does not waste supplies.
</li><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Performs tasks timely to meet department turn-around-times. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members and performing additional tasks.
</li></ul> 
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development including the development of advanced skills. Fosters a positive and constructive patient care environment by engaging co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with department objectives.
</li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement hospital projects and department shared governance activities. Completes and updates the My Development plan on an on-going basis. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
<ul>
WORK ATTIRE<li><ul><li>
Uniform: No
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li> 
ON-CALL* 
<li><ul><li>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li> 
TRAVEL** 
**Travel specifications may vary by department**<li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div>QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Six months in an emergency setting or Emergency Medical Technician Basic or Intermediate certification (State of Texas)
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li>
<li>NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute within 3 months
</li></ul>Preferred
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) 
<ul><li>
</li></ul> 
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women&rsquo;s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging &mdash; all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div>

Emergency Department Technician

Cheshire Medical Center

The Emergency Department (ED) Technician provides patient care and operational support for patients in the ED during varying states of health and illness. The ED Technician functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team and must be able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities while demonstrating excellent communication skills. Duties are performed in accordance with hospital policies and procedures under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Manager. The Emergency Department Technician promotes and maintains the philosophy, values, standards of performance and goals of the organization and the department. They also communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and achieve desired outcomes. The Emergency Department Technician also assists with patient care activities under the supervision of the Registered Nurse including, but not be limited to, performing activities of daily living (ADL's), obtaining clinical data including vital signs, EKGs, utilizing universal precautions, collecting specimens, performing point of care testing and recording results in medical record.
 
Requirements for this position are: a high school diploma or equivalent education. Two (2) years of experience in an acute hospital setting, ambulance services or ambulatory care preferred. Phlebotomy experience preferred. 12-lead EKG experience preferred.
 
National Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) with a New Hampshire Providers License from the New Hampshire Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (NHBEMS) OR Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in the State of New Hampshire AND Basic Life Support (BLS). Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) required within six (6) months of hire.
 
Compensation
 
Minimum Pay: $21.19
 
Maximum Pay: $32.85
 
Location: Cheshire Medical Center · Emergency Department
 Schedule: Full-time 36 hours/week, Evenings, 11am-11pm, variable days/eves, rotating weekends and holidays

Emergency Department Technician - Evenings

Dartmouth Health

<div><div><div><div><div>The Emergency Department (ED) Technician provides patient care and operational support for patients in the ED during varying states of health and illness. The ED Technician functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team and must be able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities while demonstrating excellent communication skills. Duties are performed in accordance with hospital policies and procedures under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Manager. The Emergency Department Technician promotes and maintains the philosophy, values, standards of performance and goals of the organization and the department. They also communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and achieve desired outcomes. The Emergency Department Technician also assists with patient care activities under the supervision of the Registered Nurse including, but not be limited to, performing activities of daily living (ADL's), obtaining clinical data including vital signs, EKGs, utilizing universal precautions, collecting specimens, performing point of care testing and recording results in medical record. 
Requirements for this position are: a high school diploma or equivalent education. Two (2) years of experience in an acute hospital setting, ambulance services or ambulatory care preferred. Phlebotomy experience preferred. 12-lead EKG experience preferred.
 National Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) with a New Hampshire Providers License from the New Hampshire Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (NHBEMS) OR Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in the State of New Hampshire AND Basic Life Support (BLS). Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) required within six (6) months of hire. 
</div></div></div></div> 
<div><ul><li>Area of Interest: Allied Health;</li><li>
Pay Range: $21.19 - $32.85;</li><li>
Work Status: 11a-11p, variable days/eves, rotating weekends and holidays;</li><li>
Employment Type: Full-time 36 hours/week;</li><li>
Job ID: 16646</li></ul></div> 
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.</div>
 
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Not Stated

Kaiser Permanente

<div><div>Job Summary:</div>
Under direct supervision of the physician and/or designee, assists in examination and treatment of patients.<div> 
Essential Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Performs within the scope and training of the EDT, and consistent State/ Federal regulations including EMTALA, HIPAA and other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality and risk management.</li><li>
Provision of competent patient care, for all ages, acuities and conditions in the population the facility serves, including ensuring age-specific care and responding to cultural needs of patients and families.</li><li>
Communicates clearly and with courtesy with all members of healthcare team, following lines of authority, as appropriate.</li><li>
Proficient in English for effective oral and written communication with co-workers and other healthcare team members.</li><li>
Completes duties with regard to safety practices and policies, including infection control, workplace safety, and management of aggressive behaviors.</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunications in documentation, tracking, conveying information.</li><li>
Maintains required certifications and continuing education requirements per department and facility standards.</li><li>
Establishes priorities based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies.</li><li>
Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner.</li><li>
Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, cultural and ethical beliefs.</li><li>
Participates in ED staff meetings, in-services, and performance improvement activities.</li><li>
Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs.</li><li>
Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts and required staff development.</li><li>
Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues.</li><li>
Assists with rooming and undressing of patients at the direction of the RN.</li><li>
Obtains, records and reports vital signs, EKG.s, heights, weights and inputs/outputs of patients as directed and per department policy.</li><li>
Draws blood as part of job responsibilities.</li><li>
Assists physicians and nurses with various procedures, including positioning and set up of draping and prepping.</li><li>
Applies monitoring devices, prepares patient for suturing, performs wound cleaning, application of dressings, orthopedic devices, splints, and crutch fitting.</li><li>
Assists patients to/from bathroom, in general ambulation, and transports patients as needed.</li><li>
Assists health care team in emergency situations including resuscitation.</li><li>
Assists with discharge process under direction of physician or nurse.</li><li>
Cleans ED gurneys and equipment for efficient provision of care.</li><li>
Ensures patient belonging are collected, bagged and tagged with belonging checklist filled out.</li><li>
Provides post-mortem care.</li><li>
Prepares requisitions for lab, imaging reports and medical records. Carries out basic clerical duties of the Unit Assistant as needed.</li><li>
Conducts pharmacy, lab, nutrition and imaging pick-ups and deliveries, including specimen transport, as needed.</li><li>
Inventories, orders, unpack and distributes supplies, forms and linens. Responsible for cleanliness, stocking and organization of patient care areas, utility and storage rooms.</li><li>
Per facility infection control policy, cleans and processes instruments.</li><li>
Responsible for the quality control checks of urine dipsticks (as applicable per facility)</li><li>
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to implement community resources.</li><li>
Ability to pull charts from file room (as necessary).</li><li>
Ability to properly fill out after-hours admission paperwork.</li><li>
Ability to properly apply splints per MD orders.</li><li>
To be able to perform the duties/tasks of a receptionist which will include proper cash handling, customer service, greeting patients, and properly filling out paperwork as well as identifying patients.</li><li>
To be able to demonstrate proper body mechanics when transporting patients to the floor, or another department. Also use of proper lift techniques in certain circumstances.</li><li>
The Emergency Department Technician II classification shall apply only to those Emergency Department Technicians who are qualified and assigned to perform casting and/or Ortho Tech I duties as discussed in Appendix E of the Master Agreement (p.312). This assignment may also include, but is not limited to, phlebotomy and EKG.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as necessary.</li><li>
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.</li></ul> 
Grade 465<div> 
Basic Qualifications:</div>
<div>Experience</div> 
 
<ul><li>Six (6) months of related experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant with certification as specified by the Medical Board of California, or equivalent (e.g. military experience) or, completion of an ED or UCC externship in an unlicensed assistive personnel externship or, completion of first semester of clinical course work in a nursing program.</li></ul><div>
Education</div> 
 
<ul><li>High School Diploma/GED.</li></ul><div>
License, Certification, Registration</div>
<ul><li>Phlebotomy Technician II Certificate (California) OR Phlebotomy Technician I Certificate (California)
</li></ul><ul><li>Basic Life Support 
</li></ul><div>
Additional Requirements:</div> 
<ul><li>
Demonstrated ability to use personal computer.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers).D</li><li>
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English) Good interpersonal skills. Knowledge of medical terminology.</li><li>
Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.</li><li>
Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.</li></ul><div>
Preferred Qualifications:</div> 
 
<ul><li>N/A</li></ul> 
PrimaryLocation : California,San Leandro,San Leandro Medical Center 
HoursPerWeek : 32 
Shift : Evening 
Workdays : Week 1: Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat; Week 2: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed 
WorkingHoursStart : 04:00 PM 
WorkingHoursEnd : 12:30 AM 
Job Schedule : Part-time 
Job Type : Standard 
Employee Status : Regular 
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West 
Job Level : Individual Contributor 
Job Category : Clinical Support 
Department : San Leandro Hospital - Emergency - 0206 
Travel : No 
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.</div>

Emergency Department Technician II

CHRISTUS Health

<div>Description 
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels&rsquo; strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.
Summary:
The Emergency Department Technician requires the skills and knowledge of many areas such as: ED Tech, Patient Registrar, Unit Clerk, and Monitor Tech. The Emergency Department Tech performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. He/she assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment.
Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>
Assists with admission, transfer, and discharges of patients.</li><li>
Commensurate with training, observes patient's condition, recognizes changes in patient status, and reports findings to the RN.</li><li>
Escorts stable patients to other departments as required.</li><li>
Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Assists with ordering and maintaining stock items.</li><li>
Maintains competency to perform special procedures such as: venipuncture, splinting, staple and suture removal, nonsterile dressing changes, peak expiration flow rate, pulse oximetry, and crutch training.</li><li>
As delegated, sets up for Emergency Department procedures and assists the RN as directed.</li><li>
As delegated by the RN, operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers, and glucometer readings.</li><li>
Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered, and inserts saline lock under the direction of the RN.</li><li>
Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.</li><li>
Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.</li><li>
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs duties of a clerical and non-nursing nature on the nursing units. Activities include serving as a receptionist for the unit, transcribing orders and requesting items for patient care, and assisting with maintaining patient, unit, and hospital records.</li><li>
As a Patient Registrar - Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles, and departmental expectations regarding customer service. Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider. Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information. Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from computer system.</li><li>
Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Job Requirements: 
Education/Skills
<ul><li>A High School Diploma or GED is preferred</li><li>
Completion of one of the following educational programs or previous CHRISTUS Emergency Technician experience is required:
<ul><li>Nursing Assistant program</li><li>
Medical Assistant program</li><li>
Basic EMT program, Intermediate EMT program</li><li>
PT Care Tech program</li><li>
Military basic combat training and Advanced Individual Training for military medics</li></ul></li></ul>
Experience
<ul><li>1 - 2 years of patient care experience in an acute care hospital, emergency department, EMT field/Emergency Care, or military medic setting preferred</li></ul>
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
<ul><li>BLS required</li><li>
Must maintain one of the following certifications:
<ul><li>Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of employment</li><li>
Certified Medical Assistant</li><li>
Certified Patient Care Tech</li><li>
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) national registry or state license</li></ul></li></ul>
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. 

Work Schedule: 
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type: 
Full Time</div>

Emergency Department Technician - Emergency Department

<div>Description 
Summary:
The Emergency Department Technician requires the skills and knowledge of many areas such as: ED Tech, Patient Registrar, Unit Clerk, and Monitor Tech. The Emergency Department Tech performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. He/she assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment.
Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>
Assists with admission, transfer, and discharges of patients.</li><li>
Commensurate with training, observes patient's condition, recognizes changes in patient status, and reports findings to the RN.</li><li>
Escorts stable patients to other departments as required.</li><li>
Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Assists with ordering and maintaining stock items.</li><li>
Maintains competency to perform special procedures such as: venipuncture, splinting, staple and suture removal, nonsterile dressing changes, peak expiration flow rate, pulse oximetry, and crutch training.</li><li>
As delegated, sets up for Emergency Department procedures and assists the RN as directed.</li><li>
As delegated by the RN, operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers, and glucometer readings.</li><li>
Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered, and inserts saline lock under the direction of the RN.</li><li>
Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.</li><li>
Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.</li><li>
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs duties of a clerical and non-nursing nature on the nursing units. Activities include serving as a receptionist for the unit, transcribing orders and requesting items for patient care, and assisting with maintaining patient, unit, and hospital records.</li><li>
As a Patient Registrar - Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles, and departmental expectations regarding customer service. Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider. Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information. Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from computer system.</li><li>
Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Job Requirements: 
Education/Skills
<ul><li>A High School Diploma or GED is preferred</li><li>
Completion of one of the following educational programs or previous CHRISTUS Emergency Technician experience is required:
<ul><li>Nursing Assistant program</li><li>
Medical Assistant program</li><li>
Basic EMT program, Intermediate EMT program</li><li>
PT Care Tech program</li><li>
Military basic combat training and Advanced Individual Training for military medics</li></ul></li></ul>
Experience
<ul><li>1 - 2 years of patient care experience in an acute care hospital, emergency department, EMT field/Emergency Care, or military medic setting preferred</li></ul>
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
<ul><li>BLS required</li><li>
Must maintain one of the following certifications:
<ul><li>Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of employment</li><li>
Certified Medical Assistant</li><li>
Certified Patient Care Tech</li><li>
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) national registry or state license</li></ul></li></ul>
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. 

Work Schedule: 
7PM - 7AM
Work Type: 
Full Time</div>

<div>Description 
Summary:
The Emergency Department Technician requires the skills and knowledge of many areas such as: ED Tech, Patient Registrar, Unit Clerk, and Monitor Tech. The Emergency Department Tech performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. He/she assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment.
Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>
Assists with admission, transfer, and discharges of patients.</li><li>
Commensurate with training, observes patient's condition, recognizes changes in patient status, and reports findings to the RN.</li><li>
Escorts stable patients to other departments as required.</li><li>
Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Assists with ordering and maintaining stock items.</li><li>
Maintains competency to perform special procedures such as: venipuncture, splinting, staple and suture removal, nonsterile dressing changes, peak expiration flow rate, pulse oximetry, and crutch training.</li><li>
As delegated, sets up for Emergency Department procedures and assists the RN as directed.</li><li>
As delegated by the RN, operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers, and glucometer readings.</li><li>
Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered, and inserts saline lock under the direction of the RN.</li><li>
Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.</li><li>
Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.</li><li>
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs duties of a clerical and non-nursing nature on the nursing units. Activities include serving as a receptionist for the unit, transcribing orders and requesting items for patient care, and assisting with maintaining patient, unit, and hospital records.</li><li>
As a Patient Registrar - Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles, and departmental expectations regarding customer service. Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider. Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information. Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from computer system.</li><li>
Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Job Requirements: 
Education/Skills
<ul><li>A High School Diploma or GED is preferred</li><li>
Completion of one of the following educational programs or previous CHRISTUS Emergency Technician experience is required:
<ul><li>Nursing Assistant program</li><li>
Medical Assistant program</li><li>
Basic EMT program, Intermediate EMT program</li><li>
PT Care Tech program</li><li>
Military basic combat training and Advanced Individual Training for military medics</li></ul></li></ul>
Experience
<ul><li>1 - 2 years of patient care experience in an acute care hospital, emergency department, EMT field/Emergency Care, or military medic setting preferred</li></ul>
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
<ul><li>BLS required</li><li>
Must maintain one of the following certifications:
<ul><li>Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of employment</li><li>
Certified Medical Assistant</li><li>
Certified Patient Care Tech</li><li>
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) national registry or state license</li></ul></li></ul>
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. 

Work Schedule: 
7PM - 7AM
Work Type: 
Per Diem As Needed</div>

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