What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCT - Emergency Department position at Emerson Health?
- The ED Technician is a healthcare professional who plays a key role in the ED setting. The ED Technician is responsible for providing BLS care to ED patients in collaboration with ED Registered Nurses and Physicians. The ED Technician is also responsible for performing specialized skills including custom orthopedic splinting, assisting physicians with orthopedic casting, phlebotomy, application of dressings, preparing patients for suturing and urinary catheter insertion. The ED techs also play an important role in bioterrorism & disaster preparedness including preparation for response to a mass influx of patients. All ED Tech responsibilities are performed under the supervision of the ED Registered Nurse or Emergency Physician. Additionally, the ED Technician reports to the Director of Emergency Services.
- Education
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience
- 1 year pre-hospital EMS experience preferred.
- Licensure and/or Certification
- BLS healthcare provider required.
- EMT Certification preferred.
- Skills
- Ability to take vitals.
- Communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Computer skills.
- Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
