Emergency Care Technician

Baptist Health; Prattville, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Prattville, AL, seeks an Emergency Care Technician to support the ED team by assisting in routine patient care and greeting patients and their families as they enter the department.

The role collaborates closely with RNs, requires EMT licensure and BLS certification, EMS program completion, and may offer cross-training in multiple support roles within the ED.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful EMS program completion.
• EMT licensure required; BLS certification.
• Psychomotor & written exam passed.
• Minimum 2 years Advanced Life Support field experience.
• Cross-training in two job classes possible.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in patient care processes.
• Greet patients and families in ED.
• Support department operations in ED.
• Cross-training in Monitor Tech, PCT, Lab Tech possible.

Skills

MS Office

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma

EMS Program completion

EMT licensure

BLS certification

Psychomotor/written exam

Tools

MS Office

Job description

## Emergency Care TechnicianApply: 1- Onsite: Prattville Baptist Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: JR101822Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.**Highlights:****Summary** The Emergency Care Technician will serve as a supportive member of the patient care team who will assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care and other duties to support the operations of the Emergency Department. The ECT will assist the RN in the patient care process. This individual will greet patients and families as they enter the Emergency Department lobby. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.**Education** High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of an accredited EMS Program. Successfully passed the Psychomotor Skills Assessment and written exam. At least 2 years Advanced Life Support field experience. May be cross trained in a minimum of two job classes (i.e. Monitor Tech, PCT, Lab Tech) with completion of \"Dual\" competencies. **License/ Certifications** EMT licensure required, BLS required.**Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities** Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software. Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills. Must be able to meet strict deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills. Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to develop trust with leaders in the organizations. Ability to remain calm in difficult situations. Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance. Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPAA standards.**Primary Location:**Prattville Baptist Hospital**Job:**Emergency Care TechnicianEmergency Care Technician**Job Type:**Regular-Full time**Shift**:Second Shift (United States of America)