Advanced ER Tech, variable shifts

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; West Point (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Services Advanced ER Tech to provide basic and advanced life support under Medical Control.

The role includes phlebotomy, EKGs, patient transport, IV/IO access, and assisting with airway management and procedures. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining equipment, documenting vitals, administering medications as directed, and coordinating with physicians and nurses while upholding HIPAA standards in a dynamic emergency

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• ACLS, PALS, CPR certifications.
• 1-3 years of direct patient care experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, patient transport, CPR, IV/IO access and intubation assistance.
• Operate and maintain equipment and document vital signs and procedures.
• Provide wound care and administer medications as directed.
• Transport patients between departments and assist physicians and nurses.
• Follow HIPAA regulations and maintain patient privacy.
• Prioritize duties and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Multitask

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. #WhatConnectsYou
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The Emergency Services Advanced ER Tech, provides appropriate basic and advanced life support (in accordance with training and protocols) to patients under the guidance of Medical Control to assure the delivery of patient care. Performs routine specimen collections, electrocardiographs, routine tests, IV & IO catheters, Intubations, patient care functions and technical procedures for which appropriate training and competency is maintained.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Patient care:

• Performs phlebotomy, EKG’s, patient transport, splints, CPR, medication administration per competency, IV/IO intitiation, utilization of cardiac monitoring, defibrillation, pacing and cardioversion, Urinary in/out catherizations, assist with intubation.
• Operates and maintains equipment properly, performs testing with efficiency.
• Obtains and documents vital signs, intake and output amounts, and other as designated, collects specimens as required.
• Must be able to prioritize duties according to current policy.
• Performs sterile urethral catheterizations.
• Conducts self in a proficient and professional manner.
• Compliant with HIPAA regulations at all times.
• Assist with turning, lifting, and positioning patients to prepare for exams and procedures.
• Supports and promotes an environment that was conductive to quality customer service.
• Responds to emergency situations in hospital according to current policy.
• Properly documented all procedures as required.
• Obtains equipment or supplies as necessary for patient care.
• Assist with preparing rooms between patients, cleaning, restocking, and preparing area.
• Assist physicians and nurses with physical examinations and treatment.
• Transports patients to other departments in the hospital.
  Note:
• May transport patients with IV fluids including IV antibioticsand other IV medications infusions, blood infusion monitoring as needed to allow for transport to other departments per competencies. .
• Provides wound care – shaves, preps, cleans, and dresses as directed – utilizing sterile technique.
• Adminsters medications as directed
  Transport:
• Provides safe appropriate level care transport of patients (emergency and routine).
  Communication:
• Maintains appropriate verbal communication with team members to provide care to patient.
  QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent or equivalent. RequiredLicenses and Certifications
• ACLS
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary ResuscitationWork Experience
• 1-3 years. prior direct patient care experience.Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Complete in-house computer training
• Completes hospital and ED basic orientation.
• Prior experience or training in customer service.
• Must complete basic orientation competence checklist.
• Demonstrates basic computer skills
• Must maintain unit specific annual educational requirements.
• Knows what is required and limitations of job position.
• Must have effective communication, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge and resources necessary to provide to age appropriate care.
• Maintains current knowledge of the regulatory standards and applicable regulatory issues
• Identifies variances and recommends processes that ensure hospital regulatory compliance
• Anticipates resources needed.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth by maintaining requirements of re-licensure, re-certification and continuing education.
• Prioritizes work and has ability to multitask.
• Makes efficient use of time, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensures assigned work areas are safe, and well maintained.
• Works efficiently by successful planning and organization.
• Uses resources wisely including equipment and supplies.
• Must have routine interactions with: Physicians, ancillary personnel, Nursing personnel, patients, family members and visitors.
• Maintains positive, effective relationships with patients, co-workers, managers, physicians, and others. Listens; seek first to understand - then to be understood.
• Addresses problems in positive ways.
• Respects the dignity and privacy needs of patients and others.
• Establishes a rapport with the patient and family to learn what is the most important to them in their hospital experience and their preferences. Communicates findings to the appropriate healthcare team members
• Collects data about patient care problems, prepares reports, analyzes trends