Healthcare Tech (CNA) - Methodist - Medical/Surgical

Carle Health; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a supportive and inclusive healthcare team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. This role as an Emergency Department Technician involves working closely with medical professionals to support patient needs, maintain equipment, and ensure a smooth workflow in the emergency department. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in patients' lives while enjoying a flexible work environment that promotes growth and balance. With a commitment to excellence, this organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a chance to be part of a renowned healthcare system that values its team members and their contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for growth

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days is required.
• High school diploma or GED is necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with direct patient care and comfort measures.
• Maintain equipment, document care provided, and manage supplies.
• Perform wound care, EKGs, and phlebotomy under supervision.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Wound Care

EKGs

Phlebotomy

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Tools

Medical Equipment

Job description

Overview

The Emergency Department Technician functions within the department under the direction of the ED Physician and the ED Nurse. The technician is responsible for maintaining equipment and supplies and providing patient care under the direct supervision of the medical and nursing staff.

Qualifications

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Education: H.S. Diploma/GED
Work Experience:

Responsibilities

1. Answers call lights and offers comfort measures to patients in coordination with nursing staff.
2. Brings code cart to designated areas, provides cardiac compressions.
3. Cleans and sends instruments for sterilization.
4. Obtains supplies and equipment required for procedures.
5. Documents appropriate data in patient chart when care is provided.
6. Maintains all department equipment in a functional manner.
7. Orders supplies and equipment from storeroom and specific vendors as needed.
8. Performs wound irrigations, wound repair, wound dressings and surgical preps under the direct supervision of the physician.
9. Prepares patient for transportation and transport.
10. Assists nursing staff with direct patient care within ED Tech scope.
11. Performs monitoring and documents appropriately for psychiatric population.
12. Facilitates patient throughput into and out of the department by assisting with triage, rooming and transfers.
13. Stocks linen and supplies in the ED.
14. Performs EKGs and phlebotomy as ordered by ED provider.

About Us

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $17.53 per hour - $28.40 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.