Job Description

JOB TITLE: Emergency Room Technician

CC/Department: 7010/Emergency Services

Reports to: Nurse Manager

The Emergency Department Technician is a member of the health care team who assists in the delivery of total patient care, under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.

Responsibilities

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES (other duties may be assigned)

1

Relates to patients in a courteous and helping manner appropriate to a professional setting. Maintains a positive customer service attitude.

2

Prepares/assists patients for examination and treatment

3

Performs and/or assists in the performance of the following patient related tasks and interventions under the order and supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician:

4

Orders, organizes and maintains supplies from Central Service and Store Room within established guidelines and limits:

5

Completes all documentation as required.

6

Maintains EMT/CNA certification, BLS, DAB, and other related training.

7

Assists with orientation of new employees.

8

Participates in the clinical observation visits of the EMT students.

8

Maintains confidentiality of all patient and hospital related communications and documentation.

10

Fosters a cooperative effort in meeting the goals of the team and sharing the workload.

11

Consistently demonstrates caring and compassion through behaviors and interactions in performance of all duties, recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of patients, families, other staff and physicians.

12

Adheres to the departmental and medical center policies on scheduling, overtime, sick time & time off.

13

Arrives punctually, takes appropriate time for breaks and uses sick time appropriately.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:

• DAB; 12 lead EKG; and orthopedic procedure experience preferred.
• 2 years current ER Tech experience preferred

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:

• Current certification as an EMT1 preferred.
• CNA certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE:

• Proficient in computerized documentation systems.