Emergency Department Technician-Mount Sinai Morningside - Full Time Nights EOW

Job Description Assists the professional staff with the delivery of services to patients in a variety of settings. Provides direct patient care, and/or one to one observation to selected patients under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse. Assists, escorts and transports patients. Responsibilities Clinical/Technical/Service Assists the professional staff with the delivery of services to patients in a variety of settings Provides direct patient care, including all vital signs, pulse oximetry and assist with ADL. Performs Patient observations: Safety and Constant/One to One observation to selected patients under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse Assists, escorts and transports patients Performs and assists with designated procedures, using aseptic technique as indicated Assists with patients’ examinations Obtains and provides nourishment for patients Provides minor treatments as directed - dressings, application of ace bandages, applications of slings and ice, pediculosis Assists with application of casts and splints Prepares, adjusts and teaches the use of crutches and canes Is cognizant of the need for safety devices; applies or assists with application Collects specimens, performs venipunctures and fingersticks for blood glucose Obtains EKGs as ordered Assists patients to get needed services by communicating those needs to the nurse Communicates information to patients, families and visitors Provides post-mortem care Sets-up, stocks, and maintains examining rooms Performs eye irrigations Maintains BCLS certification as required by EMS standards Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned area Age Specific Competencies Identifies physical, behavioral and emotional characteristics typical for the age group Modifies approaches based on patient age‑specific needs and responses to treatment Provides care for patients based on age‑specific needs Uses communication techniques which are age appropriate Organizational/Managerial Participates in the Department of Nursing Quality Improvement Program/activities Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information Educational/Professional Development Participates in the development of other staff members Meets regulatory, licensure and annual health assessment requirements Communication/Relationships Demonstrates a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, families and significant others Displays courtesy, tact and patience during interactions with all members of the hospital staff and extended community Adheres to Mount Sinai Morningside/West legal and ethical standards May be required to perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant Program or equivalent. High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree desirable. Medical Assistant experience preferred Spanish speaking preferred Ability to read, write and comprehend English. American Heart Association BLS Certification Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSSL Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Compensation The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $26.2206 - $28.1621 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr