Emergency Department Technician

Department Part time Position Responsibilities Provides supportive care to the Emergency Department patients under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse assigned to your area or physician. Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member, supports and assist team members in all activities. Assists Registered Nurse and physicians with assessments, examinations and treatment. Performs and assists with technical skills, supplies and equipment maintenance, high level disinfection as defined in scope of practice. Performs duties as inserviced, including crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting physician with splint or cast application. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Assists patients from vehicle into wheelchair or onto guney, as need dictates. Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and hourly rounds. Monitors stock and restock supplies as needed. Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures. Inventory and document patients belongings and valuables. Able to work in any setting/area of the Emergency Department. Upon order of physician or R.N. establish heparin lock with appropriate IV catheter. Perform 12 Lead EKG as directed by RN or ordered by physician. Collect and label blood speciemns, labeling accurately at the beside as directed by RN or ordered by physician. Transport patients and supplies. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services meeting and workshops; shows responsibility for ongoing education. Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment. Ensures patient personal and oral hygiene needs are met daily and/or as necessary. Reports any pertinent observations to RN. Qualifications License/Registration/Certification CPR certification required. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate within 90 days of employment. EMT, Paramedic and/or Medical Assistant license, preferred. Education High School or equivalent. Graduation from a foreign medical and/or Medical Assistant program preferred. Experience Up to 3 years of ER Technician experience preferred. Benefits Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accountsli>Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for select positions and more! #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Medical Center