Emergency Dept Technician

Summit Pacific Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Emergency Department Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced environment while working alongside skilled professionals. You'll be responsible for vital patient activities, including monitoring telemetry, assisting with triage, and ensuring high-quality care experiences. The organization prioritizes community health and wellness, fostering a supportive environment for both staff and patients. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Short- and Long-term Disability

403b Retirement Plan

On-site Gym

Instructor-led Fitness Classes

Walking Trails

Qualifications

• Completion of a Washington State approved CNA or MA-C program.
• Two years of work experience in a patient care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care activities under RN or Physician direction.
• Monitor telemetry patients and assist with triage and personal care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Technical Skills

Telemetry Monitoring

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Medical Telemetry Equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Get To Know Summit Pacific Medical Center

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

Pay Range (depending On Experience)

$22.19 - $30.97

Job Summary

The ED Technician is responsible for performing direct patient care and related activities in the Emergency Department. Participates as a member of the health care team, working within his/her licensure scope of practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Physician, and follows Summit Pacific behavior and service standards to maintain a positive work environment that promotes high-quality patient care experiences.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care activities as assigned and within scope of practice and demonstrated competency under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Provider/Physician.
• Effectively performs a variety of technical skills to support timely and efficient patient care. Activities may include but are not limited to performing CPR, taking and recording vital signs, measuring and recording fluid intake/output, placing patients on cardiac monitoring; monitoring telemetry patients, acquiring EKGs, applying dressings; splinting/ortho care, wound care, bladder scanning, setting up and assisting with procedures, and administering treatments as directed by a physician or nurse. Phlebotomy and finger stick glucose if MA-P certified.
• Assists with triage by greeting and escorting patients to rooms, help with gown and orient to call light and room. Assists with transporting patients and loading/unloading as instructed. Inventories and documents personal belongings, assists in storing personal items.
• Assists patients with personal care which may include but is not limited to dressing/undressing, bathing, positioning, mouth and skin care, toileting assistance, eating and hydration. Assists patients with walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed. Assists patients with meals, including preparing for meals and after meal care. Performs linen changes as needed.
• Anticipates patient needs; makes frequent rounds, observes response to verbal/non-verbal communications, ensures call lights and TV controls are with reach and responds quickly and politely to call lights/pages. Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms of common diseases or conditions or. Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff demonstrating a positive and caring attitude; demonstrates sensitivity to patient needs.
• Implements measures to relieve pain and promote rest/sleep, such as: back rubs, face and hair care, personal hygiene and skin care, therapeutic ambulation and exercise, fresh water and ice.
• Performs related administrative activities in an accurate and timely manner. Arranges transport and prepares documents. Notification of divert status, as direct by RN or Provider, to appropriate leaders and organizations. Documents relevant patient care data. Transcribes physician orders, follows through with appropriate action; schedules procedures; laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging tests, and dietary nourishment with detail and accuracy. Enters data into the computer; operates computers and other office equipment with efficiency.
• Performs as a productive member of the patient care team. Responds to “Code” calls. Relieves co-workers for breaks/lunches. Contributes to a positive work environment that supports high-quality patient care and patient experiences.
• Performs daily checklist activities. Cleans (“turns over”) rooms between patients. Maintains unit and patient room supplies. Checks for outdated supplies. Maintains spaces in an orderly fashion. Follows established safety precautions and infection control protocols.
• Monitors cardiac telemetry monitoring system recognizing arrhythmias and communicates changes to RN and/or Provider.
• Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.

Required Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associates degree preferred.
• Completion of a Washington State approved Certified Nursing Assistant (NA-C) program with active Washington State Certificate or completion of Washington State approved Medical Assistant Certified (MA-C) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program with active State of Washington Certificate and Nurses Assistant Registered (NA-R) application must be submitted within 30 days of hire and maintained annually thereafter.
• Two years of work experience in a patient care setting. Experience in acute care, emergency department, or as a first responder is preferred.
• Telemetry experience preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

• Nursing Assistant (NA-C) or Medical Assistant Certified (MA-C) in the State of Washington or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with Nursing Assistant Registered (NA-R)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire
• Medical Assistant Phlebotomy certification required within 6 months of hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Working knowledge of current patient care practices. Ability to complete and maintain all job-specific competencies required for patient care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to act in accordance with Summit Pacific Behavior Standards. Ability to maintain composure and present in a confident, professional, courteous, and approachable manner. Ability to appropriately manage difficult situations while maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Ability to communicate and document information accurately and legibly. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records, medical telemetry equipment/systems, and other systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and prioritize assigned work in coordination with other activities on the unit.

Work Shift

TECH Contract 12 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week

Working Location:

Elma, Washington

Benefits

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security! We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits Offered By SPMC

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site

Additional Information

• Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services.
• Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor.