Emergency Department Technician

Emergency Department TechnicianBecome part of Essentia's accomplished team in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state's top vacation destinations.As an Emergency Department Technician, you are responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health.Duties will include but are not limited to:CPRWound care including irrigation and dressingSplinting and immobilization of bone injuriesSuctioning of patientsPerforming EKG'sPOC testingObtaining non-invasive specimen swabs such as throat culturesCrutch fittingAmbulation educationSuture removalTransporting of patients between departmentsProviding personal hygiene careAssisting with nutritional needsProviding comfort care and other assistanceAppropriately and safely transferring patientsTaking vital signs and completing record keepingRecognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RNMaintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.This position will work the following:56 hours per pay periodEvery Other WeekendEvening ShiftsLicensure/Certification Qualifications:Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification (Must obtain within 1 month of hire)Must meet ONE of the following:Completion of an emergency medical technician, licensed practical nurse, certified medical assistant or nursing assistant program.Currently licensed as a EMT, NA, LPN, CMA upon initial hireBSN student who has completed at least 3 years of schoolingCurrently employee in the SJMC Emergency Department as an Emergency Room TechnicianEmployee Benefits at Essentia Health:Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.FTE: 0.7Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: NoShift Rotation: Evening Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time: EveningsShift End Time: Not specifiedWeekends: Every OtherHolidays: YesCall Obligation: NoUnion: Not specifiedCompensation Range: $17.11 - $25.67It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.