Emergency Department Tech - Level 1 Trauma 11a

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc is looking for a qualified Emergency Department Technician to join their team at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Virginia. This full-time position requires assisting healthcare professionals in providing care for emergency patients, conducting procedures under supervision, and meeting training requirements.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma, relevant clinical experience, and be capable of obtaining necessary certifications. Apply to be part of a dedicated healthcare team.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• New incumbents must have state or national EMT-B certification.
• Candidates must have prior clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing care plans for emergency patients.
• Perform patient procedures under supervision.
• Participate in de-escalation and physical intervention training.

Skills

Clinical experience

De-escalation techniques

Patient care assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as a Emergency Department Technician.

This position is on-site in Norfolk, Virginia.

Position Status: Full-time (36 hours a week), mid shift

Position Location: Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Emergency Department

Standard Working Hours: Mid Shift - 11:00AM - 11:00PM

Overview

Assists the Physician, Advanced Practitioner, or Nurse in implementing plans of care for emergency/minor emergency care patients. Performs patient procedures and treatments under the supervision of the Physician, Advanced Practitioner, or Nurse.

De-escalation and physical intervention training within 15 days of hire.

BLS certification within 90 days of hire for all incumbents.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification/Licensure

New incumbents must have one of the following in addition to the minimum Education :

• EMT-B with state or national certification at time of hire OR
• Successful completion of US Military Hospital Corps School, qualified MMAC candidates OR
• Current student enrolled in clinical program (e.g., RN, LPN, Respiratory, Physical Therapy) having completed at least one semester within the program.

Candidates with prior employment in the Sentara ED tech job code in the past two years will also be considered in lieu of the 3 criteria above.

Experience

• Previous clinical experience