ER Tech I: Patient Care, EKG & Wound Care - Part-Time

Medical Center; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Medical Center in Oregon is seeking a part-time Emergency Department support role. The candidate must have EMT experience and be able to perform direct patient care, vital signs, and EKGs under supervision.

Strong communication, handwriting clarity, and the ability to handle stress are required. A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory, with current EMT certification preferred. BLS and basic EKG credentials are listed in the requirements.

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience in an acute care hospital setting, preferably emergency department or one year pre-hospital experience as an EMT.
• Ability to speak English and have legible handwriting, knowledge of spelling, grammar and basic arithmetic.
• Skill in dealing with the public and telephone courtesy.
• Skill in proper use of body mechanics.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as requested by the primary care nurse, including activities of daily living.
• Ascertains and records accurate vital signs and reports abnormal findings.
• Accurately performs the twelve lead EKG tracings on patients per physician order.
• Performs duties as assigned by the primary care nurse or charge nurse.
• Provides wound cleaning and dressing changes under supervision.
• Assists nurses and doctors with procedures and safely transports supplies.
• Prepares patients for dismissal and ensures transportation out of the Emergency Department.
• Splints sprains/fractures on extremities under physician direction.
• Maintains a clean and safe treatment area and supports patient confidentiality.

Skills

English language

Public interaction

Basic arithmetic

Body mechanics

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medical Center in Oregon is seeking a part-time Emergency Department support role. The candidate must have EMT experience and be able to perform direct patient care, vital signs, and EKGs under supervision.

Strong communication, handwriting clarity, and the ability to handle stress are required. A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory, with current EMT certification preferred. BLS and basic EKG credentials are listed in the requirements.