Emergency Department Technician - Shoreline
Job Details
- Location:
- Route 153, Westbrook, CT 06426
- Category:
- Technician
- Employment Type:
- Part-Time
- Job Ref:
- 7320
Part-Time/28 Hours (3rd Shift)
Emergency Department Technician:Shoreline
Job Schedule:Part-Time
Hours:24
Shift Details:Nights, 3rd shift
Weekend Requirement:Every other weekend
Comprehensive Benefits Offered:
Competitive and affordable benefits package
Shift Differentials
Continuing Education assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Student Loan relief through Fiducius
Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas
The Smarter Choice for your Career!
Come join one of Connecticut’s Top Workplaces for a fifth year in a row, and a 5 time Magnet designated organization!At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.
The primary function of the Emergency Department Technician “ED Tech” is to assist in the care of all Emergency Department patients and patient care duties under the direction of the registered nurse. The ED technician has key duties and responsibilities as listed below.
Provides basic life support to patients of all ages in the emergency department setting, respecting their age-specific/developmental needs, gender, culture, religion, psychosocial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Provides prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patient’s, families, and visitors.
Assists with assessment and monitoring of patients by applying monitoring devices and obtaining vital signs every hour. Reports results to RN and documents in medical record.
Assists in activities of daily living with patients including dressing/undressing, eating, toileting and ambulation.
Ensures patient and staff safety when assisting with care of all patients, utilizing skills to de-escalate situations, asking for additional resources when patients and or families become angry/agitated and or aggressive.
Providing constant observation and/or one to one observation of patients under the direction of the clinical staff.
Maintains an awareness of the department and responds promptly to patient call alarms and monitor alarms.
Performs CPR and ventilation assistance under the direction of the RN and ED provider.
Assists with setting up oxygen delivery systems - including but not limited to Hi flow O2, ventilator, and aerogen.
Performs: EKGs, Point-of-Care testing.
Obtains urine and blood specimens including blood cultures.
Assists with application of orthopedic splints including ace wraps, knee immobilizers and crutches.
Performs stocking and organizing according to department procedures
Maintains knowledge of and operates equipment used in patient care safely.
Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients.
Covers clinical secretary duties during meal breaks or during absence of coverage.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
Basic Life Support (BLS)
CNA with acute care setting experience, or third year BSN student will be considered
Preferred Qualifications:
Current and active EMT certification
The ideal candidate would possess a strong work ethic, good organizational skills, multitasking, excellence in customer service, ability to work well on a team and strong communication skills.
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