ED Tech, MHTC - PRN Variable

Mercy-Health-System-Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 2,342,000 - 3,510,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement benefits

Time off

On-demand pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Janesville, WI is seeking a dedicated CNA/Medical Assistant to join the patient-care team. The role involves providing routine patient care, documenting accurately, and maintaining a clean, safe environment in a fast-paced health system.

Qualifications include completion of a CNA program or ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited MA program, or EMT/Paramedic credentials recognized by Mercyhealth. CPR/BLS certification within 90 days is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA program or graduate of a medical assistant program accredited by ABHES/CAAHEP or similar regional/national accrediting bodies.
• Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic Program graduate may be eligible.
• Certification as Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant with recognized credentials is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care per routine and standards of care, per policies and procedures.
• Answer call lights and telephone promptly; relay messages as needed.
• Document care provided and maintain medical records.
• Assist with IV starts, 12-lead EKGs, and CPR as directed.
• Assist ED physicians with intubation equipment and other procedures as directed.
• Transport patients between departments and assist with procedures when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CNA program

ABHES/CAAHEP MA program

EMT program

Paramedic program

RMA/CCMA/NCMA certifications

Job description

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides patient care as assigned and per routine, according to standards of care, shift routines, and policies and procedures.Answers call lights in a timely and appropriate mannerDocuments care provided according to standardsMaintains a clean work and patient environmentMaintains supplies, stocking new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.Processes orders in an accurate and timely manner. Answers the telephone and call lights appropriately and provides information or relays messages to patients and staff.Directs visitors to patients rooms. Maintains medical records of current patients. Processes patient charges and orders supplies as needed.Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities.Performs 12 Lead EKGs as directedStarts IV as directedPerforms venipunctures as directedAssists ED MDs with intubation by gathering needed equipmentPerforms CPR and places the Lucas on patients during resuscitationsPerforms splint applicationsAssist with chest tube insertions by gathering needed supplies equipmentPerforms BGMs as directedTransports non-monitored patients to the inpatient unitsCulture of Excellence Behavior ExpectationsTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.Education and ExperienceCompletion of a CNA programorGraduate of a medical assistant program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), or graduate of a medical assistant program in a postsecondary school or college that has institutional accreditation by a regional accrediting commission or by a national accrediting organization approved by the U.S. Department of EducationorGraduate of an Emergency Medical Technician program orGraduate of a Paramedic program.Certification and LicensureCertified as a Nursing Assistant in applicable state, orCertified as a Medical Assistant through the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) or RMA certification through the AMT (American Medical Technologists) or CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) through NHA (National Healthcareer Association) or RMA through AAH (American Allied Health) or NCMA Certification through the NCCT that have also completed the education requirements.orLicensed as an EMT-B or EMT-A in applicable state, orLicensed as a Paramedic in applicable state.Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 daysSkills and AbilitiesSpecial Physical DemandsThe Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color, vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.Level of SupervisionSupervisesPAY RANGE:$17.57 - $25.48Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here for more details.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women