Emergency Room Technician I - Full Time Evenings

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to join their clinical team. The role involves providing essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including triaging needs, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining a supportive environment. Full benefits start on day one, with a focus on patient-centered care and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

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

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual

Up to $5,000 in annual tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Meets qualifications to provide care for patients within specific age ranges.
• Accountable for fulfilling job-specific obligations and complying with policies.

Responsibilities

• Triages patient care by identifying and documenting physical needs.
• Assists with daily activities and transports patients as needed.
• Performs procedures such as wound care and blood glucose monitoring.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Performs basic patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, maintaining the patient care and unit environment in accordance 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.

1. Triages patient care by identifying, observing, and documenting the physical needs of patients and families.
2. Reports changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse.
3. Assists patient care staff by performing procedures such as wound care, splinting, and EKGs.
4. Provides patient care related to rehabilitation to support the multidisciplinary care plan for each patient.
5. Performs unit desk clerk functions when needed.
6. Obtains and maintains the integrity of specimens in accordance with policy and procedure, following physician orders.
7. Uses two patient identifiers with proper labeling.
8. Performs blood glucose monitoring.
9. Conducts urine, stool, and sputum STAT testing.
10. Assists with transporting patients to and from the department for tests and procedures.
11. Transports medications to and from the pharmacy and within the unit, including blood products to and from Blood Bank.
12. Assists patients with daily activities such as dressing, undressing, lifting, and positioning for procedures.
13. Has access to and can transport non-controlled medications and supplies as needed to meet clinic and unit needs.
14. Coordinates relations between care providers, patients, and visitors.
15. Promotes a caring and healing environment for patient-centered care.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The employee is accountable for fulfilling all job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. The statements in this profile are not exhaustive but represent typical elements necessary for successful job performance. Additional competencies outlined in department-specific orientation are also essential.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental, and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan options, including expanded networks for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care FSAs and HSA with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with automatic contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Up to $5,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with incentives
• Family support benefits including adoption, fertility assistance, parental leave, and discounted backup care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering various support services
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft, life, pet, and legal insurance

Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now!

• Full Time, Evening Shift (36 hours/week)
• Three 12-hour shifts from 11 am to 11:30 pm
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required