ER Tech-Registration

The University of Vermont Health Network; Town of Elizabethtown (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network is seeking an ER Technician to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. The role performs direct care activities delegated to unlicensed personnel in accordance with New York State regulations and hospital policies.

The successful candidate will be a high school graduate, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle high-paced, high-stress situations.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent; read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
• Experience as nurse aide or EMT preferred, or ability to complete training program.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs direct care activities delegated to unlicensed personnel.
• Maintains confidentiality and works to meet patient and team needs.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The ER Technician provides direct care to patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The ER Technician performs those direct care activities which are allowed to be delegated to unlicensed personnel under the New York State Practice Act, regulations, hospital policies and standards met by Nursing Services.

Qualifications / Job Requirements:

Education / Skills Required:

• Must be high school graduate or equivalent work experience, including ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
• Previous experience as nurse aide or EMT preferred, or ability to satisfactorily complete training program.
• Must possess a high level of interpersonal skills to interact with patient’s families, staff and management.
• Must be highly motivated, able to work outside the normal working hours as volume demands.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.