ER Tech I

Job Summary and Responsibilities As an ER Tech, you will provide crucial support and direct patient care in the fast-paced Emergency Department, ensuring efficient operations and compassionate assistance during critical moments. Every day you will expertly assist with patient admissions and discharges, perform vital signs and basic medical procedures, maintain a clean and organized environment, and meticulously document observations to support the nursing staff and physician team. To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding adaptability, strong communication skills, and a calm, proactive demeanor, contributing significantly to timely patient care and a smooth-running ER. Demonstrates adherence to the standards of conduct requirements Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within the scope of practice of a nursing assistant, such as vital signs, ambulation, activities of daily living, and routine treatment procedures as defined by hospital policy/procedure/routine. Reports all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient's condition to the licensed nurse. Demonstrates clinical/technical expertise in general nursing skills. Understands age-specific variations in the patient population. Documents patient care measures according to patient care standards, policies, and procedures. Manages age-specific needs through appropriate adaptation of interventions (as directed by the licensed nurse) Assists in and accompanies patients in the admission, transfer, transport, and discharge procedures. Provides for the safe care of patient valuables during these processes. Utilizes proper body mechanics when performing job duties. Maintains adequate levels of supplies and functioning of equipment and demonstrates accountability for all equipment. This position is represented by CHEU and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Job Requirements High School GED General Studies required. EMT Certificate required. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) required. Preferred 1 yr of acute care experience in a similar emergency room. Where You'll Work Founded in 1926, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital. Serving over 70,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, wound care and surgical services. Additionally, Glendale Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and a SRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. Pay Range $24.00 - $32.08 /hour #J-18808-Ljbffr CommonSpirit Health