Emergency Department Technician - Emergency Department, part time

Dartmouth Health; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth Health in Keene, NH is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support patient care and ED operations under RN supervision. The role emphasizes accurate vital signs collection, ADL assistance, specimen collection, EKGs, and point-of-care testing within a fast-paced ED environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years in acute hospital settings, with phlebotomy and 12-lead EKG experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in an acute hospital setting, ambulance services or ambulatory care preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• 12-lead EKG experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and operational support in the ED under supervision of the RN.
• Assist with ADLs and collect vital signs and other clinical data.
• Perform point-of-care testing and record results in the medical record.
• Assist with obtaining specimens and EKGs as part of ED workflows.
• Maintain patient safety and effective communication with the healthcare team.

Skills

Communication skills

Phlebotomy experience

12-lead EKG experience

Hospital settings experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Emergency Department (ED) Technician provides patient care and operational support for patients in the ED during varying states of health and illness. The ED Technician functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team and must be able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities while demonstrating excellent communication skills. Duties are performed in accordance with hospital policies and procedures under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Manager. The Emergency Department Technician promotes and maintains the philosophy, values, standards of performance and goals of the organization and the department. They also communicateeffectively with all members of the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and achieve desired outcomes. The Emergency Department Technician also assists with patient care activities under the supervision of the Registered Nurse including, but not be limited to, performing activities of daily living (ADL's), obtaining clinical data including vital signs, EKGs, utilizing universal precautions, collecting specimens, performing point of care testing and recording results in medical record.

Requirements forthis position are: a high school diploma or equivalent education.Two (2) years of experience in an acute hospital setting, ambulance services or ambulatory care preferred. Phlebotomy experience preferred. 12-lead EKG experience preferred.

National Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) with a New Hampshire Providers License from the New Hampshire Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (NHBEMS) OR Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in the State of New Hampshire AND Basic Life Support (BLS). Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) required within six (6) months of hire.

• Area of Interest: Allied Health;
• Pay Range: $21.19 - $32.85;
• Work Status: 9a-9p, variable days, rotating weekends and holidays.;
• Employment Type: Part-time 24 hours/week;
• Job ID: 17334

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.