Emergency Room Technician (Per Diem)

DEPARTMENT: Emergency Department

SHIFT: 12 Hour Shifts

RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluates patient response to intervention/treatments based on established standards and at appropriate intervals, using clinical judgment. Reports significant changes to Registered Nurse and/or provider. Ensures documentation is accurate, timely and complete. Assists providers in performing procedures, following established guidelines, policies and procedures for consent, time out and patient monitoring. Provides reinforcement of patient teaching related to diagnosis, procedures, after care and follow-up. Ensures patients receive after care instructions upon discharge. Ensure the readiness of the Emergency Department (ED).ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Performs patient care within the scope of practice, under the direction of the nursing and medical staff in a timely manner. Collects patient data and communicates findings to appropriate staff.
• Provides age-specific and culturally sensitive care to patients
• Adheres to regulatory and compliance standards
• Ensures the readiness of the Emergency Department
• Accountability for compliance with laws, regulations, and policies to demonstrate ethical behavior
• All other duties or responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) Required:

• BLS certification

Education Preferred:

Experience Preferred:

• Previous Emergency Department experience preferred
• Basic Arrhythmia Certificate Completion
• 1-year critical care experience preferred (ER, pre-hospital EMS, etc.)

Skills: