What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Department Technician - Discharge Lounge - Flexi/PRN (887) position at UAB Medicine?
Position Overview
Pay range: $15.00 - $23.55 / hour
Shifts: flexi/prn
Schedules: 9 a.m.-11 p.m., 9 a.m- 3 p.m., 3-11 p.m.
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Job Description
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), to provide compassionate patient care in the hospital emergency room by working with doctors and nurses, and providing some of the routine care involved in treating patients. To prepare patients for examinations/treatments. To assist in collection of patient history and ensure confidentiality of records. This role will assist in transporting patients via ambulance between facilities in accordance to the hospitals standards. The employee will operate medical equipment, communicate with medical personnel during transport, document patient care and transport information. They will professionally communicate to all members of the health care team and, communicate in a compassionate manner to patients, families and visitors.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of EMT or EMT-Paramedic experience is required. Currently licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) by the Alabama Department of Public Health's (ADPH) Office of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma required. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment.
Why Work at UAB Medicine
We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.
UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.
Salary : $15 - $24