PCT - Emergency Department

Emerson Hospital; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Hospital is seeking an ED Technician to provide BLS care to ED patients in collaboration with Registered Nurses and Physicians. You will assist with orthopedic splinting and casting, phlebotomy, wound dressings, and catheter insertion, and support preparedness for mass casualty events.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma (preferred), 1 year EMS experience (preferred), and BLS. EMT certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year pre-hospital EMS experience preferred.
• BLS healthcare provider required.
• EMT Certification preferred.
• Ability to take vitals.
• Communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills.
• Must read/write/communicate in English.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide BLS care to ED patients in collaboration with ED RN and physicians.
• Assist physicians with orthopedic casting and custom splinting.
• Perform phlebotomy, wound dressings, suturing prep, and urinary catheter insertion.
• Support bioterrorism & disaster preparedness including mass casualty response.
• Work under supervision of the ED RN or Emergency Physician; report to the Director of Emergency Services.

Skills

Vitals

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

English literacy

Confidential information handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• The ED Technician is a healthcare professional who plays a key role in the ED setting. The ED Technician is responsible for providing BLS care to ED patients in collaboration with ED Registered Nurses and Physicians. The ED Technician is also responsible for performing specialized skills including custom orthopedic splinting, assisting physicians with orthopedic casting, phlebotomy, application of dressings, preparing patients for suturing and urinary catheter insertion. The ED techs also play an important role in bioterrorism & disaster preparedness including preparation for response to a mass influx of patients. All ED Tech responsibilities are performed under the supervision of the ED Registered Nurse or Emergency Physician. Additionally, the ED Technician reports to the Director of Emergency Services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education
  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience
  • 1 year pre-hospital EMS experience preferred.
• Licensure and/or Certification
  • BLS healthcare provider required.
  • EMT Certification preferred.
• Skills
  • Ability to take vitals.
  • Communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Computer skills.
  • Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.