Clinic Technician (EMT) - Brain & Spine

Samaritan Health Services; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated EMT or Paramedic to join their dynamic neurosurgery team. In this role, you will assist in critical procedures, manage patient records, and ensure effective communication between patients and healthcare providers. This position offers the chance to work with a diverse patient population, providing essential care and support in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a team that values quality treatment and communication, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Oregon EMT or Paramedic licensure required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist practitioners in procedures and maintain patient records.
• Perform delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Adaptability/Flexibility

Team Building

Medical Terminology

Social Perceptiveness

Education

Oregon EMT or Paramedic licensure

Healthcare Provider BLS

Experience in medical terminology

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Lab/EKG experience

Job description

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
  • Assists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient records and relaying test results. Performs delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a physician or mid-level practitioner.
• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
  • Neurosurgery services treat the brain, spine and peripheral nerve injuries and diseases. Backed by one of only four Level II trauma hospitals in the state of Oregon, we offer advanced, local care for strokes or other neurological disorders whether they are emergent or the result of a longtime problem. Some of the disorders that we treat include: back and neck problems, head and spine trauma, brain and spine tumors. Our outpatient clinic, Samaritan Neurosurgery, focuses on creating a partnership with the patient, the primary care provider and the neurosurgeon through quality communication and collaboration. Working together, we explore options for the most effective treatments and make decisions that support positive outcomes for the patient.
• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
  • Current unencumbered Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic licensure required.
  • Healthcare Provider BLS required.
  • Experience or training in medical terminology preferred.
  • Lab/EKG experience preferred.
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience preferred.
• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
  • Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
  • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
  • Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
  • Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
  • Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Rarely
    (1 - 10% of the time)

    Occasionally
    (11 - 33% of the time)

    Frequently
    (34 - 66% of the time)

    Continually
    (67 – 100% of the time)

    WALK - INCLINE

    LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

    LIFT(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

    PULL (0-20 pounds force)

    CLIMB - STAIRS

    LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

    LIFT(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT(Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

    SQUATRepetitive

    KNEEL(on knees)

    REACH- Upward

    SIT

    WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

    LIFT(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    SQUATStatic (hold >30 sec)

    ROTATE TRUNKSitting

    ROTATE TRUNKStanding

    FINGER DEXTERITY

    PINCHFingers

    CARRY1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    CARRY2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    MANUAL DEXTERITYHands/wrists

    STAND

    BEND FORWARDat waist

    REACH -Forward

    GRASPHand/Fist

    PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

    PUSH (20-40 pounds force)

    PUSH (40-60 pounds force)

    PUSH (60 or more pounds force)