Emergency Services Tech- Adult ED-Registry

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Illinois seeks help in the Emergency Department for a PRN, part-time role. The position supports physicians and nurses, performs phlebotomy, transports patients, and assists with monitors and wound care.

Responsibilities include timely documentation in the EHR and coordinating communications to ensure patient care. Applicants should have a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of experience, with basic computer skills and strong interpersonal abilities.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and ability to work with Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with physicians, staff, patients and families.
• Maintain skills and recertifications as required by regulation and organization.
• Ability to manage time and priorities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians and RNs with phlebotomy, transporting patients, monitoring and wound care.
• Documents information and communicates observations to the nurse promptly.
• Processes daily patient charges and related procedures in the EHR.
• Coordinates communications (phone, paging, electronic, EMS) to facilitate patient care.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment following safety policies.

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Department: 36102 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Emergency Department

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hours Per Week: 0

Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN 20hrs per pay period

Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80

Registry: Requires 24 hours per 6 week schedule

Adult ED

Major Responsibilities:

• Assists the physicians and registered nurses in providing technical care of the patients by performing phlebotomy, transporting patients to other departments, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, performs wound care and obtains lab specimens. May perform IV starts if allowed by state regulations.

• Documents information/procedures and promptly communicates observations, concerns and needs of the patient to the registered nurse.

• Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedure through the Electronic Health record (EHR).

• Collaborates with physicians to support communications required to facilitate patient care. Coordinates and facilitates all forms of communications (phone, verbal, paging, electronic, fax, and EMS system).

• Maintains a clean and safe working environment, following department safety policies and standard precautions.

• Monitors equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges repair of major malfunctions.

• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the TM practices., or

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices or

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Intravenous license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices, or

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Intermediate license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices, or

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices., or

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, and

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• High School Graduate.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 1 year experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Basic computer skills and ability to work with Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families.

• Must maintain skill and recertification as required by regulation and organization.

• Ability to effectively manage time and priorities.

• High level of attention to detail.

• Certification Addendum

• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift.

• Must be able to:

• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.

• Lift up to 20 lbs over the head.

• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.

• Must be able to:

• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force.

• Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.

• Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.

• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, and blood and body fluids.

• Will be required to wear gloves, goggles, and gowns on an as‑needed basis.

• Must have functional sight and hearing.

• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.