Emergency Care Technician - ED - PT - Nights - 7p-7am - MHP

Summary Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities and continual one‑on‑one patient monitoring. Responsibilities Performs technical procedures as delegated, including but not limited to establishing IV access, performing ECGs and vital statistics/telemetry monitoring, collecting specimens, providing wound care, and transporting patients. Upon successful completion of training and demonstration of clinical competency, will be able to perform the following functions in Emergency Departments when approved by and under the supervision of the Emergency Services Medical Director: Ultrasound Guided Peripheral IV Placement, Intraosseous (IO) placement, Insertion of Nasogastric Tube, Triage (all aspects except Acuity Level Designation), IV Fluid Administration, Medication Administration (limited), Operation of IV infusion device (IV pump). Assists with keeping department areas clean, stocked, and orderly. Assists physicians and nurses with performing medical procedures, including examinations, minor surgical interventions, orthopedic treatment, and resuscitation. Documents and communicates assessment findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to medical/nursing staff. Competencies ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (3), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Education And Certification Requirements Accredited Program (Required) BLS American Heart E‑Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT LICENSE) – State of Florida (FL), Paramedic License (PMD LICENSE) – State of Florida (FL) Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No experience required. Certified as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) with certifications for EKG and Phlebotomy program; or LPN with EKG and Phlebotomy certifications, Patient Care Associate with EKG and Phlebotomy certifications or Emergency Medical Technician Program. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Nursing Assistant or Practical Nursing or Medical Assistant or Patient Care Associate program or Emergency Medical Technician Working Conditions And Physical Requirements Bending and Stooping = 60% Climbing = 20% Keyboard Entry = 60% Kneeling = 60% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying 25 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Reaching = 60% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 20% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60% Running = 40% Sitting = 60% Squatting = 60% Standing = 60% Walking = 60% Audible Speech = 60% Hearing Acuity = 60% Smelling Acuity = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 60% Distinguish Color = 60% Seeing - Far = 60% Seeing - Near = 60% Bio hazardous Waste = 60% Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60% Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 20% Dust = 40% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60% Hazardous Chemicals = 20% Hazardous Medication = 20% Latex = 20% Computer Monitor = 60% Domestic Animals = 20% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 0% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 0% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Magnetic Fields = 0% Moving Mechanical Parts = 60% Needles/Sharp Objects = 60% Potential Electric Shock = 0% Potential for Physical Assault = 20% Radiation = 20% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60% Shift Nights Disclaimer This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. 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