Description:
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Under close supervision, provides technical support for physicians and nurses in the Emergency Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Perform phlebotomy.
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Perform 12 lead EKGs.
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Transport patients to other departments.
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Place patients on cardiac and vital sign monitor.
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Perform Point of Care Testing.
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Obtain lab specimens and documents all care/procedures provided.
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Clean equipment and workspace.
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Order/stock department supplies.
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Clerical unit tasks as required/requested.
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Demonstrate positive customer service relations.
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Routinely participates in QI projects and encourages department to continuously improve.
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Assist co-workers as needed/requested.
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Support the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
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Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
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Perform other essential duties as assigned.
SHIFT REQUIREMENTS
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3, 12-hour shifts per week.
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6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
Requirements:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Currently licensed as a Patient Care Technician (CPCT-A), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the state of Missouri.
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Minimum of six (6) months direct patient care experience preferred.
- This individual should be knowledgeable regarding growth and development and assessing the physical and psychological needs of patients in the following stages of life: neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
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Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required.
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Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
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Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
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Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
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Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
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Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
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Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
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Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 35 lbs.
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Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.
