What are the responsibilities and job description for the ED Technician position at Nacogdoches Medical Center?
Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Nacogdoches Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
POSITION SUMMARY
Renders basic patient care to patients in the ED and assists the professional nurse. Takes and records vital signs, observes, reports and records patient condition. Obtains specimens and administers other treatments. Operates or assists in operating various mechanical devices. Meets physical comfort needs of patient. Reports emergencies and administer emergency treatment and performs other related duties as assigned. Appropriate care of instruments and equipment.
Performs general clerical duties by preparing, compiling and maintaining records in the ED. Records, transmits, and/or files written and verbal communication to, from and within the nursing unit to staff, patients and physicians., treatments or test as indicated. Orders/monitors use of unit supplies. Answers telephone and intercom, records and relays messages. Greets, direct, and instructs visitors as necessary. Prepare routine, confidential and /or special reports, documents and records; assists with patient care/quality improvement audits and core measures.
Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Minimum Experience: EMT or 2 years of ED tech experience or 5 years of patient care tech experience in acute care setting.
Required Certification: BLS required
Required Licensure: none
Skills: Medical terminology, computer, and typewriter skills preferred.
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2503034068 Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship
Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Minimum Experience: EMT or 2 years of ED tech experience or 5 years of patient care tech experience in acute care setting.
Required Certification: BLS required
Required Licensure: none
Skills: Medical terminology, computer, and typewriter skills preferred.
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