E.R. Technician (DCMC) - FT - Nights

Luminis Health; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 28,571 - 33,696; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Luminis Health in Lanham, Maryland is seeking a qualified candidate to provide direct care to patients and families. The role involves assisting with IVs, phlebotomy, and vital signs, alongside documentation of all care provided. Candidates must have a high school diploma and current Nursing Assistant certification.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, a retirement plan with an employer match, and more. The position requires heavy work and exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Nursing Assistant certification by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care data collection and IV placement.
• Document all patient care and treatment provided.
• Transport medications securely as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Medication transport

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IV equipment

Phlebotomy tools

Wound care supplies

Job description

Position Objective

Provides direct care to patients and families in a developmentally, culturally, and ethically appropriate manner.

Essential Job Duties

• Participates in patient care data collection and unit‑specific treatments as directed by staff nurse and in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures, to include IVs, phlebotomy, 12‑lead EKG, foley catheter, vital signs, wound care, measure for crutches and TEDS. Assists the orthopedic and emergency physicians, PA/NPs with the management of fracture reduction, dislocations, and the application of casts. Applies slings, ace wraps, crutches/canes, immobilizers, plaster, fiberglass and preformed splints and instructs patients in their proper care and use.
• Processes written medical staff orders in accordance with established policy and procedure. Labels blood tubes/lab specimen correctly 100%; communicates STAT or urgent orders to the care provider.
• Documents all care and treatment provided to patients, i.e. height, weight, and point of care testing via computerized documentation.
• Transports medications, as necessary during the usual course of transporting patients within the institution, in keeping with policy and procedure regarding medication security. Ensures that medication is delivered to persons authorized to handle medication according to Luminis Health policy.
• Maintains adequate levels of supplies and equipment as defined by the unit, department, or initiative.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Required License/Certifications

• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS
• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Pay Range

$20.74—$24.46 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full‑time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status