ED Tech - Full Time

Bay Area Hospital; Coos Bay, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Hospital in Oregon is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to perform direct patient care under the supervision of RN or Physician in a fast-paced ED.

The role requires BLS, possible EMT Basic or CNA2 background, and high school diploma. It includes varied shift patterns, 72 hours per pay period, and opportunities for growth within the department.

Qualifications

• ED/EDT role requiring direct patient care under RN/physician supervision.
• Minimum education: high school diploma or equivalent; EMT Basic or CNA2 preferred.
• Certification in BLS required; workplace violence training required by 90 days post-start.

Responsibilities

• Promotes positive customer relations with internal and external customers.
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Provides support to ED providers with procedures and treatments as requested.
• Coordinates patient care with professional support staff.
• Performs delegated patient care tasks as assigned by RN/physician.
• Monitors patient vital signs and notifies RN/physician if they change.
• Performs phlebotomy tasks and waived point-of-care testing as ordered.
• Transports patients to assigned units and assists with discharge.
• Maintains department neatness and stocking; cleans rooms after discharge.

Skills

Patient care

Priority setting

Organizational skills

Interdepartmental interaction

Computer skills

English reading/writing

Decision making

Initiative & problem solving

Education

High school diploma

EMT Basic certification

CNA 2 Oregon / ED Tech experience

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Emergency Dept Technician

Time Type: Full time

Hours per Pay Period: 72

Shift: Varied 12-36

Minimum: $21.38 USD

Maximum: $31.73 USD (This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)

Department: Emergency Department

Job Description

Emergency Dept Technician Performs direct patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Department within his/her scope of practice.

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs direct patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Department within his/her scope of practice.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promotes positive customer relations with internal and external customers
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Provides support to ED providers and/or private physician with procedures and treatments as requested
• Coordinates patient care with professional support staff
• Performs delegated patient care tasks as assigned by the RN and physician
• Monitors patient vital signs and notifies the RN or physician if they change
• Prepares wounds for suturing
• Applies dressings when directed by professional staff
• Measures and applies OrthoGlass Splints, utilizes OrthoGlass references manual
• Start IVs and obtain blood work as directed by an RN or ED provider
• Performs phlebotomy tasks
• Performs waived point of care testing as ordered
• Performs 12 lead EKG
• Transports patients to assigned units as appropriate
• Assists patients at time of discharge from the department, whether patient is being admitted to a floor or discharge for release
• Ensures the department is neat and well stocked
• Upon patient release from the department, assists with cleaning the room by wiping the bed down, changing linens, emptying the trash, straightening furniture, and stocking the room with necessary supplies/equipment
• Participates in continuing education and other appropriate learning experiences to maintain professional competence
• Attends a minimum of 75% of the department staff meetings
• Participates in achievement of the facility, department, personal and professional objectives
• Participates in performance improvement activities to improve care, processes, and customer service excellence
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
• Provides care that is appropriate to and respectful to patient’s age, culture, and spiritual needs
• Strong priority-setting and organizational skills
• Deals effectively interdepartmentally and with the public
• Ability to use a personal computer and various software programs applicable to the position
• Ability to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language
• Exhibits the ability to make effective decisions based on verifiable and measurable data/criteria
• Demonstrates initiative and problem solving skills using sound judgement

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Organization approved workplace violence training required or obtained by the last day of the month after 90 day grace period.
• EMT Basic certification, recent Emergency Department Technician, current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant 2 in the State of Oregon, completion of second term Nursing Curriculum, or paramedic experience (within the last two years) preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required

EXPERIENCE

• Recent (within past two years) hospital experience preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: UFCW

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently
• May be required to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• Needs the ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone
• Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment

Compensation Grade

UFCW

Compensation Grade Profile

U046

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.