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Under close/general supervision by licensed personnel the Emergency Service 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.
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Performs patient treatments assigned by the RN and other health care team members.
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Receives direction and assignments from physicians and nurses and provides technical support to optimize patient care.
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Responsible for reporting on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor and other staff members.
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Coordinate and assist with care and patient flow by initiating collection of specimens or treatment within the scope of the position as directed.
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Utilize critical thinking skill to enhance patient flow high standard of care.
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Assist in training of new ED Technicians on duties in the Emergency Department. Mentoring and Monitoring ED Technicians staff at the direction of RN or Provider.
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Assist with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures.
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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, including heparin and saline performing phlebotomy, collection, maintenance and care of specimens for laboratory analysis and Point of Care Testing.
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Manages ordering and decontaminates all equipment, instruments, and supplies.
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Participates in the Emergency Decontamination Team.
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Assists with positioning patients, application of orthopedic splints and dressings.
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Measure and fit crutches and canes; instruct patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
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Maintains use of appropriate medical equipment and supplies and monitors for expired dates.
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Participate in team meetings and in-services as needed.
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Assists with the unit's admission and discharge processes.
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Apprises the Registered Nurse and health care team of any observed significant changes in the patient's condition.
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Responds to patient requests and/or call light.
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Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with hospital standards.
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Functions in an emergency situation.
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Assists with restrained patients according to established policy and directed by RN and physician.
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Uses clinical knowledge in the care and management of patients based on diagnoses.
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Performs safety attendant duties and may provide direct observation of patients who are at risk of harming themselves or other as directed by supervisor or healthcare team members.
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Assists in supporting Environment of Care (EOC) safety checks.
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Monitors and records temperatures for specimen refrigerators daily.
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Responds appropriately to out of range refrigerator temperatures.
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Performs activities of daily living appropriate to patient’s condition.
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Provides ADLs including, but not limited to, toileting, hygiene, monitoring intake and output, meal serving, setting up, and feeding patients.
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Provides mobility activities including range of motion exercises, transferring, and ambulating of patients.
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Uses proper body mechanics, obtains help and/or uses appropriate equipment when lifting, moving or transferring patients from bed to chair, putting them on stretchers and assisting them into wheelchair.
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Establishes and maintains good communications with patients, families/visitors and hospital staff.
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Conveys needed information to patients and visitors.
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Answers patients’ requests for assistance and participates in intentional rounding in a timely fashion.
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Completes all unit specific and department competency requirements, as measured by supervisory review.
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Alarm management of cardiac monitors.
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Attends relevant educational and training programs, as evidenced by signature on in-service attendance logs.
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Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED, preferred
Experience:
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One year of patient care experience, preferred
Certification:
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BLS certification within 6 months from date of hire, required
Skills:
- Accountability
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Adaptability
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Accuracy
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Attention to Detail
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Communication
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Creative Thinking
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Critical Thinking
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Customer Service
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Focusing
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Interacting with People
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Listening
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Time Management
Physical Requirements:
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Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
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Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling
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Frequent visual acuity (color, depth, perception), stooping, standing, repetitive motion, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting
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Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking, walking, fit testing
Hazards:
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Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, explosives, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy
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Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
Working conditions:
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Occasional extreme temperatures, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, gases, mists
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Frequent fumes, odors
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Constant noise
Travel:
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Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis
