ED Technician

Powers Health; East Chicago (IN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dependent Care Accounts

Retirement savings

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts for hotels & more

Job summary

East Chicago, IN is seeking an ED Tech for Powers Health. This full-time position covers evenings and overnight shifts (11a-11p, 3p-3a) in a busy Emergency Department, providing basic patient care with elements of critical care, including phlebotomy, wound care and EKG support.

You will work under established standards and support the ED team by performing tests, monitoring vital signs, wound care, infection control and patient orientation, with a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits at

Qualifications

• High school level coursework completed; ability to read, write, spell.
• Registered Medical Assistant or EMT/Paramedic license or LPN license required.
• Fundamental understanding of medical terminology and computer.

Responsibilities

• Processes test requisitions accurately and promptly per procedure.
• Labels samples accurately and completely.
• Maintains specimen collection supplies in an orderly condition; perform inventory as needed.
• Performs point of care testing.
• Measures and records vital signs and reports abnormalities.
• Orients patient to cubicle and call system.
• Follows asepsis principles in patient contact.
• Performs routine wound care and assists with suturing.
• Assists with diagnostic exams.
• Performs basic isolation and infection control procedures

Education

RMA/EMT/Paramedic/LPN license

Job description

East Chicago , IN

Full-time , Evenings , 11a-11p, 3p-3a

Hours/Pay Period: 72

FTE: 0.9

$***BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITION***$

Position Summary

Are you looking for a team focused and energizing role in an Emergency Room setting? Then St Catherine Hospital’s ED Tech position may be what you are looking for! The ED Tech provides basic patient care along with elements of critical care including but not limited to: Phlebotomy, Wound Care, EKG leads, and post molds. The ED Tech practices in accordance with current established standards of care, the Policies and Procedure of the Emergency Department, the Powers Health policies and procedures, and supports the mission and philosophy of Powers Health.

Job Responsibilities

• Processes test requisitions accurately, completely, and in a timely manner per established procedure.
• Labels samples accurately and completely.
• Maintains specimen collection supplies in an orderly condition. Perform inventory function as needed.
• Performs point of care testing:
• Measures and records vital signs (i.e. temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) and reports abnormalities to the nurse.
• Orients patient to cubicle and call system.
• Utilizes principles of asepsis in all aspects of patient contact.
• Practices appropriate safety measures in use of equipment in clinical responsibilities.
• Performs routine wound care, including cleansing, application of dressing and compresses and assisting with suturing.
• Assists with diagnostic exams.
• Performs basic isolation and infection control procedures

Education/Experience

• The level of knowledge ordinarily acquired through the completion of high school level course work. Ability to read, write and spell.
• Registered Medical Assistant or EMT/Paramedic license or LPN license required.
• Fundamental understanding of medical terminology and computer.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance and disability coverage options
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness, reward and recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling, nutritional and financial education, etc.
• Perks - Instant Discounts & Exclusive Deals on hotels, food, clothing, etc.

Join our team of healthcare professionals at

Powers Health

We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.