ER Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Glendale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Career development

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare's Abrazo Arrowhead Campus in Glendale, AZ seeks a patient care support professional for the Emergency Department, providing essential assistance under the supervision of an RN. The role emphasizes compassionate care and active patient engagement as part of a dynamic hospital team.

In this position you will perform direct patient care tasks, monitor and document patient status, assist with admissions and discharges, and help keep the department organized and ready for the next

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and basic computer skills are required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current CNA certificate, LNA license, or EMT/ PCA education program may be required per site policy.

Responsibilities

• Observe, report and respond to patients' needs under RN supervision.
• Perform direct patient care tasks as directed by RN including VS I&O, phlebotomy, EKGs, and wound care.
• Support nursing in admission, transfer and discharge; assist with room turnover and stock supplies.
• Prioritize tasks in a fast-changing environment and maintain a clean, organized department.
• Assist with patient transport and care coordination as assigned.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Basic computer skills

Basic medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives.

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

Position 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 in 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
• 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

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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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