Emergency Department Technician

PeaceHealth; Friday Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 32,428 - 48,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking an Emergency Department Technician for a Full Time position in Friday Harbor, WA. The ideal candidate will assist with patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician. Responsibilities include direct patient care, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient care areas. Candidates must have an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT program, plus at least one year of relevant experience. The salary for this position ranges from $23.54 to $35.32 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Certified or Registered Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, or EMT.
• Demonstrated knowledge of age-specific principles of growth and development.
• Successful completion of non-violent crisis intervention training.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
• Assist nursing staff with patient care and transport patients as necessary.
• Maintain unit supplies and ensure cleanliness of patient care areas.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills

Strong customer service skills

Proficient computer/keyboarding skills

Education

Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant

Accredited Program Required: Emergency Medical Technician

Job description

Overview

PeaceHealth is seeking a Emergency Department Technician for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.54 – $35.32. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for performing direct patient care activities within his/her scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Department.

Details of the Position

• Assists nursing staff and other care team members with patient care: receiving patients by ambulance and from triage; assisting with ambulatory patients; setting up and assisting with procedures; obtaining patient vital signs; dressing or undressing patients; providing treatment supplies when needed; application of sterile dressings; restraint procedures; immobilization of extremities; cast and splint applications; patient transport.
• Performs basic patient observation skills and reports significant changes in patient condition to the appropriate team member. Observation of secluded or restrained patients.
• Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Assist in keeping patient care areas and equipment clean.
• Performs clerical and communication functions to support departmental operations and patient care.
• Order entry and results retrieval in the computer system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Education

• Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant
• Accredited Program Required: Emergency Medical Technician

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Required: Work experience as a Certified or Registered Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT
• Preferred: Prior acute care hospital experience
• Preferred: Previous leadership/supervisory experience
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
• Will perform environmental services, security assistance and emergency response duties as needed.
• Successfully completes non-violent crisis intervention training during orientation and renews training as outlined in policy.
• Minimum of one year of work experience as a Certified or Registered Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT preferred.

Credentials

• Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of WA required.
• WA State Food Handlers Permit required.
• May be required: Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - Washington
• If hired prior to October 1, 1997, may qualify for this position with a Registered Nursing Assistant designation from the state of Washington.
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

Skills

• Completion of ED specific competency-based education (Required)
• Strong communication skills (Required)
• Critical thinking skills (Required)
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills (Required)
• Strong customer service skills (Required)
• Sufficient knowledge of English, spelling and arithmetic to complete and compile reports, make out requisitions, maintain simple records and perform various clerical duties (Required)
• Proficient computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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