Night Shift Emergency Department Tech

Albany Medical Center; City of Albany (NY); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 55.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health insurance

Resumo da vaga

Albany Med Health System in Albany NY seeks an Emergency Department Technician to support nurses and physicians during night shifts. You will assist with tests, diagnostic exams, and urgent procedures for acutely ill patients, including CPR and airway management.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, obtaining vital signs, 12-lead EKGs, IV and catheter care, wound care, patient positioning, and facilitate transport between departments.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months to 1-year previous ED Technician or EMS experience desired.
• Honest, punctual, and adheres to AMC standards.
• Ability to communicate cooperatively with patients, family, staff.
• Standing, walking, using hands; may sit/kneel/crouch occasionally.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures.
• Perform venipuncture to obtain blood specimens.
• Assist physicians and nurses providing technical support for patient care.
• Report patient condition to supervisor.
• Assist with transport of patients between departments.
• Obtain and document vital signs, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive BP measurements.
• Obtain 12-lead EKGs; manage IV lines.
• Assist with wound care, Foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes.
• Position patients; apply orthopedic splints and dressings.
• Measure and fit crutches and canes; instruct patients on use.

Conhecimentos

Communication

Punctuality

Ethical conduct

Teamwork

Adaptability

Formação

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descrição da vaga

Albany Med Health System in Albany NY seeks an Emergency Department Technician to support nurses and physicians during night shifts. You will assist with tests, diagnostic exams, and urgent procedures for acutely ill patients, including CPR and airway management.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, obtaining vital signs, 12-lead EKGs, IV and catheter care, wound care, patient positioning, and facilitate transport between departments.