Emergency Room Technician I - Full Time Evenings

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Worker to provide basic patient care under RN supervision. The role involves a variety of responsibilities including triaging patient care, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring proper documentation. Full-time positions are available with evening shifts and comprehensive benefits starting from day one.

Benefits

Full benefits starting day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Qualifications

• Qualifications to provide care for patients within the assigned clinical area.
• Ability to perform procedures such as wound care and EKGs.
• Experience in coordinating communication between care providers and patients.

Responsibilities

• Triages patient care and documents physical needs.
• Assists with daily activities and transport of patients.
• Reports changes in patient condition to the RN.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Observation

Job description

Performs basic patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, maintaining the patient care and unit environment consistent with policies, procedures, and practices. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients within the specific age range of their assigned clinical area. Promotes a caring and healing environment for patient-centered care.

• Triages patient care by identifying, observing, and documenting the physical needs of patients and families.
• Reports changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse.
• Assists patient care staff by performing procedures such as wound care, splinting, and EKGs.
• Provides patient care related to rehabilitation to support multidisciplinary care plans.
• Performs unit desk clerk functions when needed.
• Obtains and maintains the integrity of specimens according to policy and physician orders.
• Uses two patient identifiers with proper labeling.
• Performs blood glucose monitoring.
• Conducts urine and stool testing, including sputum analysis.
• Assists with transporting patients for tests and between hospital departments.
• Transports medications to and from the pharmacy and blood products to and from Blood Bank.
• Assists patients with daily activities, including dressing, undressing, lifting, and positioning for procedures.
• Has access to non-controlled medication storage and can transport these medications as needed.
• Coordinates communication between care providers, patients, and visitors.
• Promotes a caring and healing environment for patient-centered care.

Work is performed in a clinical environment. The employee is accountable for meeting job obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. Additional department-specific competencies will be required as outlined during orientation.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting day one

• Multiple medical plan options, including expanded networks

• Pre-tax savings plans (FSA, HSA) with employer contributions

• Company-paid life, disability insurance

• 401(k) with employer contributions

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• Up to $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement

• Wellness programs and incentives

• Family support benefits including adoption, fertility, parental leave, military leave, and discounted backup care

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for various support services

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft, and pet insurance

Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now!

• Full Time, Evening Shift (36 hours/week)

• 3 shifts of 12 hours, 11am - 11:30pm

• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required