West Des Moines ER Tech FT Evenings

MercyOne; West Des Moines (IA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MercyOne is seeking an ER Tech / Patient Care Tech to support the Emergency Department. This role provides direct patient care, performs phlebotomy and EKGs, and assists with clinical tasks across age groups, under RN/physician guidance.

12-hour evening shifts are available, with weekend and holiday rotation. The position requires a high school diploma and healthcare experience; BLS certification is required within six weeks of hire.

Formación

• Provides direct patient care and supports Emergency Department staff.
• Performs phlebotomy, EKGs and assistive skills across age groups.
• Coordinates communications between nursing and hospital departments.

Responsabilidades

• Assist triage nursing to meet waiting area needs and patient vitals.
• Stocking and preparing patient areas; assist EMS patient arrivals.
• Transport patients to various departments within the hospital.
• Assist with patient personal hygiene and daily care.
• Collect and label specimens accurately.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Phlebotomy

EKG

Team coordination

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years healthcare experience

Mandatory Reporter training

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Descripción del empleo

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Evening Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an ER Tech / Patient Care Tech.

As an ER Tech at MercyOne Supports the Emergency Department professional clinical staff by providing direct patient care, performing phlebotomy functions, EKGs and assistive skills on all age groups: neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric as assigned by the physician or RN. Performs clerical work and coordinates communications within the assigned nursing unit. Facilitates the information exchange process between the nursing area and other hospital departments. These duties may vary by shift and assigned department.

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts; Evenings 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM; every third weekend and rotating holidays

General Requirements

• Assist Triage Nursing in meeting the needs of individuals in the waiting area, with vitals, rooming patients, and helping get patients out of car.
• Completes daily stocking in assigned team.
• Assists RN with arrival of EMS patients.
• Transports patients to other departments within the hospital (CT, Surgery, and to admitted floor).
• Cleans room (changes linens on carts, disposes of used equipment and disposable items, and wipes down counters and sinks when necessary) in preparation for the next patient.
• Rounding hourly on patients and meeting their needs or communicating them to the RN.
• Performs or assists patients with personal hygiene such as oral care, dressing/undressing and elimination needs.
• Collects and accurately labels various specimens, including urine and venous blood specimens.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years healthcare experience preferred.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.