Emergency Department Technician

Banner Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Financial security benefits

Job summary

Banner Health's Ogallala Community Hospital is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support inpatient care and ER operations. The role requires a CNA license in NE, and offers full-time night shifts from 6pm to 6:30am, with opportunities to learn inpatient, OB, and ER supportive care.

The position emphasizes teamwork, patient care, and collaboration with RN and physicians while providing a path to expand clinical skills in a busy ED environment near Lake McConaughy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• BLS certification is required.
• EMT-B or higher with state licensure or CNA is required for new hires and transfers.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform ECG testing, wound cleansing, vital signs, specimen collection and transport.
• Assist with minor procedures and patient exams within scope of training.
• Perform point-of-care testing and quality checks as allowed by state and facility guidelines.
• Document care, monitor patient condition, and communicate updates to RN/Physician.
• Maintain supply levels and assist with department coordination and training.

Skills

BLS certification

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

EMT-B or higher license or CNA

Tools

EKG equipment

Phlebotomy

IV insertion

Job description

## Emergency Department TechnicianApplylocations: Ogallala Community Hosp (2601 N Spruce St)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R4449768**Primary City/State:**Ogallala, Nebraska**Department Name:**Emergency Ctr-Hosp**Work Shift:**Night**Job Category:**Clinical CareGreat options and great opportunities. At Banner we are tapestry of cultures, and experiences. A workforce that is honored to serve and support the community. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health.Ogallala offers one of Nebraska's most popular recreational areas Lake McConaughy, the state's largest lake. There are all sorts of activities here from boating, fishing and camping to viewing the diverse avian populations. West Wing Golf Club provides a relaxing 18-hole game through moguls and greens while a stroll down Main Street offers a glimpse into life in a 19th Century town.Ogallala Community Hospital is proud to be named a Top 100 out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals in the country. As a full time, Emergency Department Tech at Ogallala Community Hospital, you will be working in inpatient care and the Emergency Department. This is a great opportunity to learn inpatient, OB and ER supportive care.**This position is for CNA Licensure only, you must have a CNA license in NE. Position with consist of full-time night shift 6pm-6:30am 36/hr per week.**Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.Ogallala Community Hospital combines tradition and technology in the charming small town of Ogallala, Nebraska. Our 18-bed facility is at the heart of a well-integrated, total care system from primary care to specialty care and is committed to meeting the health care needs of western Nebraska. Serving a patient population from newborns through geriatric patients, we operate a very busy outpatient clinic as well as a specialty clinic with a variety of visiting specialists, including cardiology, oncology, OB/GYN, podiatry, dermatology, bariatrics, pain management, and ophthalmology as well as a Retina Specialist. Our commitment to compassionate, innovative patient care is evidenced in our receiving accreditation from the Joint Commission as well as being recognized as an “age friendly facility”. We have received multiple awards including Safe Sleep Hospital Champion, Abusive Head Trauma Hospital Champion, Learned Breastfeeding Champion Award. We also provide a uniquely rewarding lifestyle for healthcare professionals. In fact, we are located just a few miles from the shore of beautiful Lake McConaughy, Nebraska's largest body of water. With more than 100 miles of shoreline and white sand beaches you'll enjoy recreational opportunities for all seasons.POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing patient care and assists health care providers in performing assigned patient procedures within scope of training. Position receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA, or Physician in providing patient care. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Under general supervision of the RN, APN, PA, or Physician, performs assigned procedures including, but not limited to: electrocardiogram testing (EKG); wound cleansing; initial, repeat and orthostatic vital sign measurements; application of monitor leads, specimen collection, and transports stable telemetry or non-monitored patients to nursing units. Advanced skills and functions: Where state statute permits, performs blood glucose testing; phlebotomy; saline lock insertion; IV discontinuation; bladder (Foley) catheterization. After training in these advanced skills the ED Tech may perform these functions per state and facility guidelines on adult patients and pediatric patients twelve years of age and older upon direct delegation of the task. 2. Sets up, prepares patient and assists with patient exam and minor surgical or health procedures within scope of training such as, but not limited to: lumbar punctures; sterile instrument and field preparation, suturing lacerations, chest tube insertion, closed fracture reduction, gastric lavage, pelvic examinations, restraint application, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Applies orthopedic devices, to include pre-manufactured and plaster splints under physician direction. 3. Performs specimen collection, ensuring accuracy in identification and integrity by using appropriate techniques for all age criteria as required by Lab. Where state statute permits, performs point of care testing for blood glucose, hemoccult and gastroccult or other tests, and performs quality control checks on point of care equipment as required. 4. Provides communication and updates to RN, Physician or other providers related to perceived reactions or changes to patients’ condition. Accurately records information in the patient record, documents vital signs and procedures completed, as well as the equipment and techniques utilized. 5. Monitors supply stock levels and reports needs. Notifies housekeeping, maintenance, biomedical engineering, and others to ensure proper equipment and a safe environment is maintained. Maintains appropriate levels of stock in medication room, exam room bedside carts, and specialty carts. Assists with health unit coordination tasks and reception responsibilities as needed. 6. Attends department meetings and educational sessions; Assists in orienting and training of new ED Technicians. 7. Position receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA, or Physician and other appropriate licensed health professionals. Position uses problem solving skills and provides effective communication with patients, patient families, health care providers and ancillary departments within the organization to provide quality patient care. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Either Emergency Medical Technician–Basic (EMT-B) or higher with state licensure or state certification, or Certified Nursing Assistant in state of practice is required for new hires and transfers. In Colorado: Either Emergency Medical Technician–Basic (EMT-B) or higher with state licensure or state certification. Position requires basic computer skills, effective communication (written and verbal) skills, and problem-solving ability.