ER TECH/HUC- Miami Valley North

Premier Health Partners; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Health Partners' Miami Valley North Hospital in Dayton seeks an ER Tech/HUC to join the Emergency Department. The role blends ER technician duties with Health Unit Coordinator responsibilities, operating under RN supervision to support patient care and unit flow.

Requirements include high school diploma or GED, BLS CPR certification before orientation, and completion of STNA/CNA or PCT training or recent direct patient care experience, or EMT Basic.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School completion or GED.
• BLS CPR certifications required before orientation.
• Completion of STNA/CNA or PCT training, or EMT Basic.
• Direct patient care experience within last five years is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communications, data entry and stocking/ordering of supplies on the unit.
• Provide clerical assistance to physicians and staff.
• Assist patients, families and visitors while promoting a positive experience.
• Perform ER Tech duties under RN supervision and report abnormal findings.

Education

High School diploma or GED

STNA/CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training

Direct patient care experience in last 5 years

EMT Basic

Tools

BLS CPR certification

Job description

Position: ER Tech/ HUC

Department: Emergency Department

Shift: 7AM-7:30PM/ 36 hours per week/ 72 hours per pay period

Facility: Miami Valley North Hospital

The ER Tech/Health Unit Coordinator (ER Tech/HUC) role combines the essential roles of the ER Tech and HUC into one role that will function based upon operational needs.

The ER Tech is a multi-skilled individual able to perform technical and clinical tasks/procedures under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and delegated in accordance with the Ohio Board of Nursing. Identities abnormal findings based on established standards and guidelines and reports those findings to the Registered Nurse.

The HUC is pivotal in the overall function of the unit including coordinating communication, data entry and stocking/ordering of supplies. Provides clerical assistance to physicians and staff. Provides direction and guidance to patients, families and visitors while promoting a positive patient experience. Tasks are performed under the oversight of the RN in coordination with other team members.

Education

Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED

Licensure/Certification/Registration *

Current HealthCare Provider or Professional rescuer BLS CPR certifications required prior to completion of orientation

Successful Completion Of One Of The Following

• Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
• Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities ie. Bathing, turning/positioning, toileting
• Currently enrolled in nursing school and completion of at least one clinical rotation.
• EMT Basic

Special Consideration: If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon completion of successful skills validation. This is in lieu of the above requirements.