ED Tech - PRN

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

Job summary

Bay Area Hospital is seeking a part-time Emergency Department technician to perform patient care under RN/physician supervision in the ED. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, starting IVs, wound care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with discharge planning.

The role requires adherence to hospital policies, strong communication, and the ability to work with diverse teams in a fast-paced setting. Relevant certifications (BLS, SAFE) are expected, with opportunities to advance skills in

Qualifications

• BLS certification through American Heart Association.
• Workplace violence training (SAFE) or equivalent within 6 months of hire.
• EMT Basic certification, recent ED Technician, or CNA 2 in Oregon, or paramedic experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist ED providers with procedures and treatments as requested.
• Coordinate patient care with support staff and ED team.
• Monitor vital signs and notify RN/physician if they change.
• Perform phlebotomy tasks and start IVs as directed.
• Prepare wounds and apply dressings when directed.
• Escort and transport patients within the department.

Skills

Punctual attendance

Patient care

Communication

Computer skills

English proficiency

Decision making

Initiative

Coordination

Education

BLS certification

Workplace violence training (SAFE)

EMT Basic / CNA2 / paramedic preferred

CNA 2 certification

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Job Description

Time Type: Part time Hours per Pay Period: 0 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

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.

Principal 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

Union Affiliation

UFCW

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Anti-Retaliation Notice

Serving Oregon's South Coast with high quality healthcare since 1974, Bay Area Hospital is an acute care district hospital with 129 beds. We are accredited by the Joint Commission, with some of the most advanced technological equipment on the Oregon Coast. We strive to improve the health of our community everyday by offering a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic services, and our employees embody our values of kindness, excellence, teamwork, ownership, and innovation.