PCT - Emergency Department

PCT - Emergency Department

Job Ref : 32833

Category : CNA & Nursing Assistant

Location : Emerson Hospital,

133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner,

Concord,

MA 01742

Department : Emergency Department

Schedule : Per Diem

Shift : Variable Shifts

Hours : Per Diem

• 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

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

1 year pre-hospital EMS experience preferred.

BLS healthcare provider required.

Ability to take vitals.