Emergency Dept Patient Care Tech — Phlebotomy & EKG

Virtua Health; Marlton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) plan

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking staff for Emergency Department roles requiring phlebotomy and EKG experience. Under RN/LPN supervision, you will assist with activities of daily living, perform vital signs and point-of-care testing, and document patient status.

The position emphasizes patient/family education and participation in improvement initiatives. BLS is required; phlebotomy training for ED positions is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic patient care skills and standards.
• BLS certification is required; phlebotomy training/education is required for ED positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and plan of care.
• Support healthcare team and communicate patient needs.
• Perform vital signs, point of care testing, bladder scanning, and Foley care as directed.
• May perform phlebotomy and EKGs if certified; document changes in patient status.
• Reinforce patient and family education; participate in quality and satisfaction initiatives.
• Assist in orientation of new hires.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Basic patient care

Phlebotomy (certified)

EKG experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

PCT course / CNA program / RN fundamentals

Job description

Virtua Health is seeking staff for Emergency Department roles requiring phlebotomy and EKG experience. Under RN/LPN supervision, you will assist with activities of daily living, perform vital signs and point-of-care testing, and document patient status.

The position emphasizes patient/family education and participation in improvement initiatives. BLS is required; phlebotomy training for ED positions is essential.