Emergency Room Technician 1- Cottonwood

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

This position is responsible for providing patient care and assists health care providers in performing assigned patient procedures within

scope of training. Position receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA, or Physician in providing patient care.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Under general supervision of the RN, APN, PA, or Physician, performs assigned procedures including, but not limited to : electrocardiogram testing (EKG); wound cleansing; initial, repeat and orthostatic vital sign measurements; application of monitor leads, specimen collection, and transports stable telemetry or non-monitored patients to nursing units, performs blood glucose testing; phlebotomy; saline lock insertion; IV discontinuation
• Sets up, prepares patient and assists with patient exam and minor surgical or health procedures within scope of training such as, but not limited to : lumbar punctures; sterile instrument and field preparation, suturing lacerations, chest tube insertion, closed fracture reduction, gastric lavage, pelvic examinations, restraint application, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Applies orthopedic devices, to include premanufactured and plaster splints under physician direction
• Performs specimen collection, ensuring accuracy in identification and integrity by using appropriate techniques for all age criteria as required by Lab. Where state statute permits, performs point of care testing for blood glucose, hemoccult and gastroccult or other tests, and performs quality control checks on point of care equipment as required. .

Communication

Reporting and Documentation

Stocking / Supplies

Compliance / Safety

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED - Required

Certification & Licensures

BLS (American Heart Association) - Required

Certified Nursing Assistant license or Arizona Certified Emergency Medical Technician- Required

Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.

Experience

Previous Emergency Department experience - Preferred

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.