ED Tech I - Pequot ED

Yale New Haven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking an Emergency Department Tech to assist with patient care and trauma response within our ED. The role requires collaboration with RN, PA and MD staff to ensure timely care and proper documentation.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, monitoring patients, assisting with sutures and splints, stocking supplies, and aiding patient mobility. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and BCLS, with relevant ED or military corpsman experience encouraged.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist trauma response team with setup of pleurovacs and IVs.
• Monitor patient vitals and document in charts.
• Support ED physician with suturing and basic splinting.
• Stock supplies and report equipment issues.
• Transport patients to units as needed.
• Assist with routine suture removal under RN/PA/MD guidance.
• Instruct patients on crutch use and mobility.
• Respond to patient calls and requests for aid.
• Perform glucose checks after competency training.
• Perform CPR and chest compressions when needed.
• Perform phlebotomy per competency.
• Record EKGs as requested after training.
• Maintain high standards in customer service and teamwork.
• Support smooth department operations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

BCLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Assist with care of patients of all ages in the emergency department in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Works under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Ensures treatment rooms are adequately stocked and equipment is in working order. Performs other tasks as directed by Charge RN.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Performs various functions as a member of the trauma response teams including but not limited to: setting up pleurovacs, setting up I.V.?s, placing patient on monitor (ECG/NIBP/SA-O2), delivering used trauma sets with forms to sterilization room and picking up new sets (if available).
• 2. Performs VS and neuro checks and documents them on charts
• 3. Documents care provided on chart on every patient, in Fast Track; and all patient interactions in the Main ED
• 4. Assists emergency physician by obtaining necessary materials for suturing, dressings and performs basic splinting on fingers, shoulders or ankle.
• 5. Stocks unit supplies and reports defective equipment on every shift.
• 6. Transport patients when necessary to Med/Surg, OB or Telemetry units.
• 7. Under the guidance of an RN, PA or MD performs routine suture removal.
• 8. Gives crutch walking instructions.
• 9. Responds to patient call bells and requests for aid.
• 10. Performs precision G Glucose checks after meeting hospital competency requirements.
• 11. Performs CPR/ Chest compressions
• 12. Performs phlebotomy when directed after meeting hospital competency requirements.
• 13. Performs EKG?s as requested after meeting hospital competency requirements.
• 14. Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review.
• 15. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School Diploma Or Equivalent.

Experience

1 of 4 are required below: 1) EMT-B certification with 2 years' experience or 1 year ED Tech experience preferred; or 2) One year of clinical completed and currently enrolled in an accredited school of Nursing; or 3) Two years recent Government Corpsmen experience; or 4) 1 year ED Tech experience

Special Skills

BCLS Certification

YNHHS Requisition ID

183255