ED Tech - Part Time/PRN

Bay Area Hospital; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Bay Area Hospital is seeking an Emergency Department Tech (Part Time/PRN) to provide direct patient care under RN/MD supervision in a fast-paced ED. You will monitor vital signs, assist with procedures, start IVs, draw blood, and help transport and discharge patients as needed.

Candidate should have EMT Basic certification or ED tech experience, a current Oregon CNA-2, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Union UFCW affiliation and growth opportunities are noted.

Qualifications

• EMT Basic certification or similar ED tech experience preferred.
• Current Oregon CNA-2 certification or equivalent required/preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care under RN/physician supervision in the ED.
• Promotes positive customer relations with patients and staff.
• Monitors vital signs and reports changes to RN/physician.
• Starts IVs and collects blood samples as directed.
• Performs phlebotomy tasks and waived point-of-care testing.
• Transports patients to units and assists with discharge as needed.

Skills

Priority setting

Organizational skills

Interdepartmental communication

Computer skills

English proficiency

Decision making

Education

EMT Basic certification

CNA-2 in Oregon

High school diploma

Tools

Phlebotomy tools

12-lead EKG equipment

Job description

## ED Tech - Part Time/PRNApplylocations: Bay Area Hospitaltime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R6690**Time Type:**Part time**Hours per Pay Period:**0**Shift:**As Assigned**Minimum:**$21.38 USD**Maximum:**$31.73 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)**Department:**Emergency Department**Current Bay Area Hospital Employee:** If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.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.**Job Description:**Emergency Dept TechnicianPerforms 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)* SAFE class or organization approved workplace violence training or obtain within 6 months of hire which must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6 month 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 preferred**EXPERIENCE*** Recent (within past two years) hospital experience preferred* Phlebotomy experience preferred**GENERAL INFORMATION**Union Affiliation: UFCWThe 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**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)* SAFE class or organization approved workplace violence training or obtain within 6 months of hire which must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6 month 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 preferred**EXPERIENCE*** Recent (within past two years) hospital experience preferred* Phlebotomy experience preferred**GENERAL INFORMATION**Union Affiliation: UFCWThe 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:**U046Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.