Emergency Department EMT & Patient Care Specialist

Northwell; Hillside Manor (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking an EMT to perform routine patient care in the Emergency Department under supervision of physicians, nurses and assistants. You will assist in EKGs, phlebotomy, splinting, catheterization, CPR and vital-sign monitoring while contributing to patient teaching and a multidisciplinary approach to care.

This role requires a NYS EMT certification, minimum one year of acute care experience, and CPR/EKG competencies. An Associate's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• NY State EMT certification required.
• AEMT certification preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience in an acute hospital setting or related clinical experience.
• Competency in at least one of the following: EKG testing or CPR.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians, PAs and nurses in a multitude of patient procedures (EKG, phlebotomy, splinting, catheterization, CPR, etc.).
• Prepares setup for procedures (suturing, surgery, spinal taps, Foley insertion, chest tube insertion).
• Maintains department equipment and supplies, including testing and cleaning after use.
• Assists in examination/management during ED procedures (OB/GYN, neurology, respiratory, cardiac, trauma).
• Transports patients using proper patient handling and devices.
• Documents patient information for admission, procedures, discharge and transfers; records procedures performed.

Skills

EMT certification

AEMT certification

CPR training

EKG testing

Venipuncture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking an EMT to perform routine patient care in the Emergency Department under supervision of physicians, nurses and assistants. You will assist in EKGs, phlebotomy, splinting, catheterization, CPR and vital-sign monitoring while contributing to patient teaching and a multidisciplinary approach to care.

This role requires a NYS EMT certification, minimum one year of acute care experience, and CPR/EKG competencies. An Associate's degree is preferred.