ER Tech

Abrazo Health; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Career development

Job summary

Abrazo Health is seeking a patient care support role in the Emergency Department at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus. You will assist the RN, monitor patients, and provide comfort and basic care to aid speedy recovery.

Responsibilities include vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, and discharge preparation. Prior CNA or EMT-B certification is preferred. Competitive benefits are offered with Tenet-affiliated employment.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• CNA certification or EMT-B preferred; nursing program exposure valued.
• Current CNA license or equivalent experience is expected; CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Emergency Department under RN supervision.
• Observe and report patient needs, safety, and discharge planning.
• Perform direct patient care tasks per care plan (VS, monitoring, phlebotomy, EKGs).
• Assist with patient transport, room setup, and supplies management.
• Support admission, transfer, and discharge processes; maintain clean rooms.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certificate

EMT-B certification

First year of nursing school

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Provides patient care support services in the Emergency Department under the supervision of an RN.

Responsibilities

• Observes, reports and responds to patient’s physical, psychosocial spiritual, education, safety/risk and discharge planning needs on admission and on an ongoing basis.
• Performs direct patient care activities according to the plan of care and as directed by RN: Placement of the patient on the monitor Obtaining and documenting of VS, I&O Insertion of foley catheters Patient transport Phlebotomy EKGs Wound care Joint immobilization/splinting/casting. Other care as needed
• Shares responsibility for organizing supplies, tracking, stocking and storing equipment and keeping the department clean and organized. Stocking/maintenance duties include: Linens – rooms, carts, blankets in warmer Bedside equipment Suture trays and equipment. Monitor supplies at bedside. Refill O2 tanks under carts IV trays and carts
• Assists nursing team in admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Cleans room upon patient discharge, prepares room for next patient.
• Prioritizes with a rapidly changing workload.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Special Skills: Excellent customer service skill and basic computer skills, knowledge of basic medical terminology required.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED.
  • Experience:
    • One year of experience as a nursing assistant; or in lieu of experience,
    • Current CNA certificate, or LNA license from the Arizona State Board of Nursing; or
    • Completed block one/first year of nursing school; or
    • Current EMT-B certification; or
    • Completion of formal PCA/T/ED Tech education program from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure/Certification: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license or meet minimum experience requirements; CPR.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: Six months experience in a hospital or emergency room setting as a Unit Secretary, EMT or CNA.
  • Licensure/Certification: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Emergency Medical Tech (EMT), CPR

Organization Description

A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics and emergency care. Join our team!

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