Overview

Under close/general supervision by licensed personnel the Emergency Department Technician will perform a variety of functions in support and care of patients requiring urgent or emergency care in an urgent care or emergency medical setting.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Onsite parking and childcare
• An excellent retirement plan
• Health plans including dental, vision, short- and long-term disability
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee discounts at local retailers

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives direction and assignments from physicians and nurses and provides technical support to optimize patient care.
• Responsible for reporting on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate staff members.
• Coordinate and assist with care as directed.
• Cleans and stocks carts, rooms, and changes linen, as required.
• Assists with transport of patients to other departments.
• Assist with resuscitation/CPR and other emergency procedures.
• Assist with obtaining and documentation of vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
• Assist with other technical functions such as: obtaining 12-lead EKGs, discontinuation of peripheral IV and heparin/saline locks, maintenance and care of specimens for laboratory analysis, and point of care testing.
• Assist with wound care.
• Assists with positioning patients, application of orthopedic splints and dressings.
• Measure and fit crutches and canes; instruct patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
• Maintains appropriate documentation.
• Maintains use of appropriate medical equipment and supplies.
• Participate in team meetings and in-services as needed.
• Responsible for performing tasks that are within the scope of his/her educational preparation, knowledge, and permitted by the policies and procedures of local state, and federal guidelines; and the policies of the facility requesting the services

Requirements

• Licensing: Proof of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification from an approved institution or training program or proof of Licensed Nursing Assistant License with the state of VT.
• Training and Experience: Unless otherwise indicated, one year of current experience within the last three years in a comparable job classification preferred.
• Maintenance of current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
• Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations; maintains strict confidentiality of client information.
• Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.

EOE