Emergency Dept Technician

Company Description At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve. Company Description At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve. Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact. Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all. Job Description Understands and applies Crittenton Hospital Medical Center’s (CHMC) mission statement by providing direct patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Physician. Responsibilities Essential Functions| Prepares patient for physical examination by RN and physician. Takes and records vital signs in the EMR every 2 hours or more frequently, as directed by RN. Observes and reports patient's condition to RN. Rounds on all patients in designated area every 30 minutes or more frequently,as designated by RN. Performs patient care duties as prescribed by a physician and as delegated by a Registered Nurse including the following: Routine throat cultures Application of oxygen per mask or nasal cannula Administration of enemas Surgical skin preparation Insertion and discontinuation of urethral catheters Initiation and discontinuation of IV therapy under direction of Registered Nurse Application of cardiac monitor Application of simple orthopedic splints and supports Application of sterile dressings Application of antibiotic ointment (except to eyes) Eye irrigations Cleansing and preparation of wounds Oral suctioning EKG Pulse oximeter Obtain laboratory specimens, including blood draw Obtain blood cultures One Touch Blood Glucose Screening| Records in FirstNet and the patients EMR specimen collection, procedures, testing, VS and interventions performed. Maintains awareness of emotional needs of patient and family. Performs a Variety Of Technical Functions Including The Following Ordering and stocking of supplies Monitoring the expiration dates on sterile supplies Preparation of sterile fields and trays Listing and securing of patient valuables Routine cleaning assignments Assisting the physician during surgical procedures Completion of requests for diagnostic tests Listing of supplies for charging purposes Transportation of patients Non-Essential Functions Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by quality service and positive staff attitudes. Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of CHMC through performing behaviors consistent with the CHMC Standards of Performance and Code of Ethics. This position shall have access to and disclose personal health information only when reasonably necessary to perform the designated job related responsibilities. Disclosure and/or use of personal health information for any purpose other than as reasonably necessary for designated job responsibilities is prohibited. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. This position requires the ability to identify age related differences within the persons served and the adjustment of treatment style and expectations as appropriate, including adjustments based on the person’s served cognitive function and learning ability. This will include taking into account their religious and cultural needs and preferences. Education - Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills normally acquired through the completion of a high school education or GED program required. Work Experience

• Emergency Medical Technician certification.
• Completion of (2) clinical semesters in a school of nursing program.
• Six (6) months of previous experience in an emergency department in a position that required skills in venipuncture, EKGs, urinary catheterization, knowledge of sterile technique, and splint application in the last two (2) years.
• CNA with 1-2 years of experience. No additional preferences.