What are the responsibilities and job description for the PATIENT CARE TCHN position at UCSF Health?
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Job Summary
The Emergency Department Technician (EDT) assists with patient care under the direction of and RN,
MD, PA or NP.
All patient care team members act to meet patient needs and learn new skills to achieve quality patient
care and customer service. Team members promote a cooperative working relationship with each other,
other staff, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect,
displaying sensitivity to age specific needs and cultural differences, and expressing and accepting
feedback in a professional manner.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
JOB SUMMARY
Job Summary
The Emergency Department Technician (EDT) assists with patient care under the direction of and RN,
MD, PA or NP.
All patient care team members act to meet patient needs and learn new skills to achieve quality patient
care and customer service. Team members promote a cooperative working relationship with each other,
other staff, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect,
displaying sensitivity to age specific needs and cultural differences, and expressing and accepting
feedback in a professional manner.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 1 year working as an ED Tech or EMT.
- Prior experience as a PCA or PCT in a high-volume department
- GED or HS graduate
- Current BLS certification
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Ability to satisfactorily perform job duties as defined in the job description.
- Willingness to be taught/learn new skills
- Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition and subtraction).
- Ability to organize and effectively set priorities.
- Ability to carry out duties of first responder in emergency situations.
- Basic computer skills.
- This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
- Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job is preferred.
- 3 years ED tech experience preferred
- Phlebotomy license preferred
- EMT/paramedic training or nursing student who has completed med-surg rotation preferred
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html