Emergency Dept Tech III PRN

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks an Emergency Department Tech III to assist nursing staff and physicians in patient care. Under RN/physician supervision, you will observe, assess, and document care within defined scope, including vital signs, procedures, and medication administration.

You will perform EKGs, suctioning, IV therapy initiation, and support patient transport while maintaining HIPAA compliance and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Orientation completion required with competency assessment.
• Ability to read, write, and understand instructions.
• Effective verbal communication and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Under direction, perform patient care within scope of practice in ED.
• Perform reassessments and document vital signs.
• Position patients for exams and procedures; assist with transport.
• Administer medications under policy with observation and documentation.
• Perform select procedures: EKGs, suctioning, IV fluids as ordered.
• Document care in the patient’s medical record per ED policy.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma

Clinical/field experience 3-5 years

Tools

Barcode scanning

Job description

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

A Brief Overview

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician, the Emergency Department Tech III performs a variety of duties to assist the nursing staff and physicians in rendering patient care in the Emergency Department. Provides patient care within a defined scope of practice that includes observation, assessment, and specified treatments and procedures. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

What you will do

• Under direction of a Registered Nurse or physician, performs specified patient care within the defined scope of practice in the assigned unit of operation in Emergency Department.
• Performs and documents reassessments (excluding initial triage and discharge assessment), including a full set of vital signs.
• Correctly positions the patient for examinations and procedures; holds efficiently for procedures.
• Assists with transportation of patients.
• Responsible for the safe administration of medications using barcode scanning approved by department policy providing necessary observation and documentation of the effects of the drug administered.
• Administers select medications approved by department policy as indicated and ordered.
• Under general supervision, performs a variety of patient procedures in accordance with policy and procedure and as ordered by the RN or physician such as performing EKGs, oro-nasal or pharyngeal suctioning, and initiating intravenous fluid therapy (isotonic fluids).
• May perform radiological procedures according to established guidelines in the use of mini c-arm (facility specific) and point of care testing including bedside glucose and urine pregnancy testing if needed.
• Documents care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with Emergency Department policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates and promotes professional practice on the care team.
• Completes mandatory and unit specific competency requirements.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma
• Required - Clinical/field experience 3-5 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association
• Required - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association
• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Required - Paramedic - Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division
• Preferred - Paramedic Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Preferred - Paramedic - Arkansas - Arkansas Emergency Medical Services

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Successful completion orientation.
• Ability to read, write, and understand verbal or written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally with others.
• Abiltiy to maintain confidentialty at all times according to policy and procedures and HIPAA requirements.
• Demonstrates compassion and patience with a deep level of concern for patients.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a positive manner with patients, family, public, and other health care workers.
• Must be able to cope with stressful situations, including death and dying and dealing with anguished relatives.
• Comply with Safety/Emergency Procedures and Nursing Service policies.
• Use equipment required for implementing patient care.
• Adhere to Methodist Healthcare Systems’ code of conduct.

Supervision Provided by this Position

There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.