ER Tech - Per Diem / Flex - 7P

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast TX; Beaumont (TX); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefit Plan – Medical,

Job summary

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas is seeking an ER Tech to assist with patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The role includes documenting intake/output, and supporting safe care in a fast-paced emergency department.

Responsibilities include using phlebotomy and POC testing procedures, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring equipment sanitation. A High School diploma and BLS within 30 days are required or expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months - 1 year related experience preferred.
• BLS Certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides designated patient care under direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Records graphics, intake and output in the computer and flow sheet.
• Assists with cleaning and sanitation of equipment and maintain sterile technique as required.
• Interacts with patients and families with sensitivity to psychosocial needs.
• Communicates observations to the licensed nurse to assist in care planning.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety procedures

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Phlebotomy equipment

EKG equipment

Job description

We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team.

Join us in performing Sacred Work!

Competitive benefits are offered including:

Matched Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefit Plan – Medical, Dental, Vision and Much More!

Bonus Potential

Summary/Objective

The ER Tech provides a variety of patient care activities and accommodative services for assigned patients. Performs patient care activities within limits of position--does NOT administer any medication or therapy; does NOT assume independent responsibility for any patient.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provides designated and specified patient care to assigned patients under the direct supervision, consultation and notification of a licensed nurse in accordance with physicians' orders and in conformance with approved patient care standards based on previously acquired nursing skills. Performs splinting, phlebotomy, 12 lead EKGs, FSBS testing, POC testing after completion of necessary training.


• Records graphics, intake and output, and ADL's in the computer and flow sheet accurately and implement measures to promote a safe environment for patients and others.


• Knowledgeable of the usual and stable baseline conditions (both physical and mental) of the specific patient population in which they are employed.


• Institute appropriate nursing interventions that might be required to stabilize a patient's condition and/or prevent complications. Reports objective relevant observations to the licensed nurse to assist in care-planning.


• Communicates and interacts effectively with patients and their families based on sensitivity to the psychosocial needs of patients.


• Utilizes equipment in the provision of patient care services safely and effectively with adaptation of equipment usage to the age and general condition of the patient, as indicated. Assists in the cleaning and sanitation of all equipment and supplies used in the unit and adheres to all guidelines regarding use of cleaning products. Follows appropriate guidelines for setting up sterile field and instruments for designated procedures

Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent

6 months - 1 year related experience

Required License/Certifications

BLS Certification within 30 days of hire

Unit specific competencies obtained within six months of hire or transfer date