ER Aide

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. ER Aide Full-Time Alamosa, CO, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 3065 Salary Range: $16.40 To $22.90 Hourly This position will remain open until filled. San Luis Valley Health is seeking full-time, part-time and PRN ER Aides to join our Emergency Room team at the Conejos County Hospital in La Jara and the Regional Medical Center in Alamosa! The Emergency Room Aide will also cross train to cover some responsibilities as a Unit Secretary and work in that role as needed. What you'll have: High School graduate or GED Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification, or EMT- Basic certification required One year experience as a CNA required, two preferred Knowledge of HIPAA practices Ability to type 30 wpm. Prior Medical Secretary experience and familiarity with medical terminology preferred Familiar with Microsoft’s Excel and Word programs What you'll do: Communicate with the physician or nursing staff regarding patient conditions Manage the Intake / Order Processing of all ED patients, inputting all necessary information for a patient to be registered and seen in the Emergency Department. Enter Lab and X-ray orders, communicating all orders with the appropriate nursing staff and EMT staff Ability to put patient on cardiac monitor, obtain blood and urine samples, perform wound care, change dressings and help in transport. Follow appropriate processes for patient orders until complete Communicate necessary medications/procedures for each patient as directed by the physician Manage acuity charge code calculations; entering accurate information into the computer Responsible for documenting the appropriate charge levels, following the complete process Manage all culture orders and document as instructed Manage ED patient charts, copying and filing according to correct processes and communicating any errors Stock supplies, empty trash cans, assist with cleaning/changing of beds, appropriate management of instruments Take Vital signs We Take Care of Our People As the largest employer in the San Luis Valley, we commit to providing our employees with quality and affordable benefits to complement a fulfilling work experience and help balance life experiences and needs. To show our appreciation of your hard work, we offer a competitive and comprehensive total benefits package, including: Full medical, dental and vision plans to suit the needs of you and your family, with low-cost copays and deductibles, all without high out-of-pocket expenses. Enjoy a generous amountof Paid Time Off and Sick Leave in your first year with accruals starting on your first day! Start saving with Retirement plans available from day one, providing up to 5% employer match after one year of employment. Free life and disability insurance benefits for full-time employees with the opportunity to purchase additional coverage at low costs. Add to your benefit package with a variety of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts and more. Take care of yourself with our free on-site 24-hour employee health center, and discounts to a selection of local fitness/recreational centers. Keep learning by utilizing our education program benefits to foster your growth and development. Give back to the community with multiple opportunities throughout the year to volunteer with our own non-profit SLV Health Foundation and other SLV- and community-sponsored events. Discounts on cell-phone plans, ski/snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, local pools, Adams State University functions and more! Your family is our family so our employees and their family members have access to our employee support services, including up to four free counseling sessions to assist with work/life solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Luis Valley Health