Emergency Department Tech

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Emergency Department Technician I/II to support nursing staff in a Level III Trauma ED in Orangeburg, SC. The role involves vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, telemetry monitoring and patient transport under RN supervision.

Requirements include EMT or CNA certification, phlebotomy certification for ED Tech II, and current BLS. High school diploma and some medical experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Certification as an EMT or CNA is required.
• Phlebotomy certification is required for ED Tech II.
• Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) is required.
• Some medical setting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs, height and weight.
• Performs EKGs.
• Assist physicians or nurses on procedures.
• Monitors telemetry patients.
• Collects specimens as required.
• Crutch training.
• Assist with ordering supplies.
• May perform bladder scans and Foley catheter insertions.
• Transport patients.

Skills

EMT/CNA certification

Vital signs

EKG

Telemetry monitoring

Specimen collection

Crutch training

Foley catheter care

Patient transport

Education

High School Diploma

EMT or CNA certification

Phlebotomy certification

AHA BLS or Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers

Tools

EKG machine

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Emergency Department Tech I has C.N.A. or EMT certification. Conveniently located in Orangeburg, SC at a Level III Trauma Emergency Department! The Emergency Department Technician reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Emergency Department Technician II performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular

Cost Center CC004773 ORBG - Emergency Room Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-20 Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Work Shift

Work Environment

May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases and the risk of blood borne diseases. Contact with patient. Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to unpleasant elements (accident injuries and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Financial Responsibilities

None

Essential Functions

• Takes vital signs, height and weight.
• Performs EKG's.
• Assist physicians or nurses on all procedures.
• Monitors telemetry patients.
• Collects various specimens in the appropriate manner.
• Crutch training
• Assist with ordering supplies.
• May perform Bladder Scans and insert Foley Catheters.
• Transport Patients.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Physical requirements are primarily related to the essential functions of any job. In order to perform the essential functions of this position, you must be able to stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk and hear. Must have close vision.

Mental Requirements

Must possess the ability to read and interpret business or safety manuals, clinical or technical procedures or regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence and/or manuals. Must have the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, patients, families, other employees, and medical staff. No or limited mathematical skills required. Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Must possess the ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables and standardized situations.

Age Competencies

This position primarily interacts with all age groups and provides direct patient care. All staff members must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to meet the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related needs of the persons in the assigned work area.

Additional Job Description Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Certification required as an EMT or CNA
• Phlebotomy certification is required for ED Tech II
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
• Some experience in a medical setting is preferred

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
2. Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams
3. Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed
4. Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors
5. Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions
6. Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations
7. Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility
8. Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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Company Overview

Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children's Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet designated hospitals in South Carolina.