ER Technician - Emergency Department - FT 0.9 (72 hrs biweekly)

Memorial Health System; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Memorial Health System in Marietta, OH is seeking an ER Technician to assist RNs and LPNs in providing patient care in a fast-paced emergency department. The role emphasizes confidentiality, teamwork and compassionate bedside manner while performing vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy and monitoring under supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma, BLS certification, and preferably EMT or LPN training, with the ability to lift up to 25 lbs and transport patients as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• EMT or LPN preferred; BLS certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and assist with patient transport.

Responsibilities

• Perform general care and hourly rounding to ensure patient comfort.
• Assist with vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, urinary catheterization, cardiac monitoring, and CPR.
• Support physicians and nurses during procedures.
• Maintain supplies and cleanliness of the Emergency Department.
• Ensure safety and infection control compliance.
• Enter daily charges for patient care supplies.
• Promote a positive patient experience.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

CPR

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

EMT or LPN preferred

BLS certification

Job description

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the ER Technician is responsible for assisting registered nurses and licensed practical nurses in the delivery of patient care. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.Job Functions:Performs general care to assure patient’s physical comfort to include hourly rounding.Performs patient procedures assigned (ex. vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, urinary catheterization, cardiac monitoring, CPR) and assist physician and/or nurse with procedures.Assists in carrying out patient care to meet physical, spiritual, psychological needs of patients ranging in age from neonate to geriatric.Maintains the maintenance of supplies and equipment and cleanliness of the Emergency Department (ex. restocking linen and supplies).Complies with all safety and infection control standard related to position of ED tech.Maintains necessary job knowledge and skills.Promotes a positive patient experience.Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Enters daily charges of patient care supplies.Facilitates a positive and caring relationship with others by utilizing trust and mutual respect.Establishes a therapeutic relationship between patient, family, and self, based on empathy and trust.Uses proper channels of authority in communicating information.Utilizes A.I.D.E.T. with all patient interactions.Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.Minimum Education/Experience Required:High School Diploma, GED or equivalent training and/or experience requiredEMT or LPN preferred.BLS certification requiredMaintains compliance in RQI required.Special Knowledge, Skills, Training:Good oral communications/guest relation skills, must possess manual dexterity and be able to lift boxes of at least 25 lbs., and maneuver carts and wheelchairs in the transport of patients within the hospital and ambulance bay/parking lotCompensation Details: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits.Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at https://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027, or at any USDA office, or call [phone] to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax [phone] or email at [e-mail].* Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.