Emergency Department Technician PRN
Emergency Department Technician PRN
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Job Description
Primary City/State:
Tucson ArizonaDepartment Name:
Banner Staffing Services-AZWork Shift:
VariedJob Category:
Clinical CareA rewarding career that fits your life. Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the countrys leading health systems. If youre looking to leverage your abilities you belong at Banner Staffing Services.
Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.
As a valued and respected Banner Health team member you will enjoy:
Competitive wages
Paid orientation
Flexible Schedules (select positions)
Fewer Shifts Cancelled
Weekly pay
403(b) Pre-tax retirement
Employee Assistance Program
Employee wellness program
Discount Entertainment tickets
Restaurant/Shopping discounts
Auto Purchase Plan
Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered.Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment drug screen and background check (includes; employment criminal and education) is required. Please note we are only able to consider ED Techs who has at least 1 year of working ED Tech experience for registry. If you are a new grad ED Tech or have less than 12 months of ED Tech working experience you will not be eligible for this opportunity.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for providing patient care and assists health care providers in performing assigned patient procedures within scope of training. Position receives general supervision from RN APN PA or Physician in providing patient care.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Under general supervision of the RN APN PA or Physician performs assigned procedures including but not limited to: electrocardiogram testing (EKG); wound cleansing; initial repeat and orthostatic vital sign measurements; application of monitor leads specimen collection and transports stable telemetry or non-monitored patients to nursing units. Advanced skills and functions: Where state statute permits performs blood glucose testing; phlebotomy; saline lock insertion; IV discontinuation; bladder (Foley) catheterization. After training in these advanced skills the ED Tech may perform these functions per state and facility guidelines on adult patients and pediatric patients twelve years of age and older upon direct delegation of the task.
2. Sets up prepares patient and assists with patient exam and minor surgical or health procedures within scope of training such as but not limited to: lumbar punctures; sterile instrument and field preparation suturing lacerations chest tube insertion closed fracture reduction gastric lavage pelvic examinations restraint application and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Applies orthopedic devices to include pre-manufactured and plaster splints under physician direction.
3. Performs specimen collection ensuring accuracy in identification and integrity by using appropriate techniques for all age criteria as required by Lab. Where state statute permits performs point of care testing for blood glucose hemoccult and gastroccult or other tests and performs quality control checks on point of care equipment as required.
4. Provides communication and updates to RN Physician or other providers related to perceived reactions or changes to patients condition. Accurately records information in the patient record documents vital signs and procedures completed as well as the equipment and techniques utilized.
5. Monitors supply stock levels and reports needs. Notifies housekeeping maintenance biomedical engineering and others to ensure proper equipment and a safe environment is maintained. Maintains appropriate levels of stock in medication room exam room bedside carts and specialty carts. Assists with health unit coordination tasks and reception responsibilities as needed.
6. Attends department meetings and educational sessions; Assists in orienting and training of new ED Technicians.
7. Position receives general supervision from RN APN PA or Physician and other appropriate licensed health professionals. Position uses problem solving skills and provides effective communication with patients patient families health care providers and ancillary departments within the organization to provide quality patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Either Emergency Medical TechnicianBasic (EMT-B) or higher with state licensure or state certification or Certified Nursing Assistant in state of practice is required for new hires and transfers. In Colorado: Either Emergency Medical TechnicianBasic (EMT-B) or higher with state licensure or state certification.
Position requires basic computer skills effective communication (written and verbal) skills and problem-solving ability.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
