Emergency Services Technician-ALS

UVA Health; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Emergency Services Technicians to join their team. In this vital role, you will assist with patient care, ranging from minor injuries to advanced life support measures, all while working under the supervision of licensed professionals. You will be an integral part of the Emergency Department, ensuring a seamless patient experience by documenting care, assisting in patient transports, and maintaining equipment. If you have a passion for helping others and possess the necessary skills, this opportunity offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients in your community.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required with EMT-P licensure.
• 1 year of current field experience or healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and document in medical records.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Assessment Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Compassion and Desire to Help

Basic Computer Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Defibrillator

Mechanical IV Pumps

Job description

Join to apply for the Emergency Services Technician-ALS role at UVA Health — Northern Virginia and Culpeper.

Job Code: NU1042

Part Time Midshift: 11a-11p, 1p-1a ALS Tech

About Us: We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

Job Summary: The Emergency Department Technician Paramedic is to assist with patient care ranging from minor injury and illness to initiating advanced life support measures within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and MD. Integral member of the Emergency Department performing specific technical tasks as outlined on the technician’s skills competency check list. Accurately documents care provided in patient medical record. Assists with in-hospital patient transports. If certification level appropriate and interested, cross-trains to Ambulance Transport. Assists with secretarial duties. Stocks patient supplies and assists with inventory. Monitors equipment to ensure working order and cleanliness. Enters work orders for broken equipment. Cleans patient rooms and equipment between patients. Performs IV/IO access. Operates mechanical IV Pumps. Operates Defibrillator to include cardioversion and cardiac pacing.

Patient Care: Provides and documents assistance to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.

• Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse.
• Assists in room turnaround, including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment.
• Organizes supplies and equipment as needed.

Communication: Communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, providers, and all levels of healthcare.

• Obtains and documents vital signs as prescribed.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members.
• Resolves conflicts independently as appropriate.

Nursing Expertise: Assists with patient care while complying with Department, Hospital, and Regulatory policies and procedures.

• Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques.
• Adheres to safety measures.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education: High School or GED required.

Experience: EMTs – 1 year of current documented field experience or one year current healthcare experience.

Licensure: EMT-P.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Basic patient assessment skills including primary survey. Basic knowledge of primary interventions. Demonstrated effective communication skills. High level of compassion, desire to help others, and self-confidence. Basic computer knowledge with demonstrated administrative skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Demand Code: 10A, Emergency Medical

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand. The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment.

Other:

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care