What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Dept Tech - University Hospital position at UW Health?
Work Schedule:
Part-time, 90% FTE, day/evening shift. Shifts are scheduled between the hours of 7:00am - 7:00pm, weekend rotation is required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
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Bring your EMT experience to a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma Center and the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking an Emergency Department (ED) Technician to:
- Provide compassionate care to patients as they receive treatment in the Emergency Room.
- Be one of the first people a patient interacts with and assist with taking blood samples and getting IVs and catheters started.
- Utilize state-of-the-art equipment.
- Communicate directly with providers, nurses, patients, patient's families, and other caregivers regarding care for patients.
- Record information in the Electronic Medical Record.
- Respond to pages/codes and assist as directed.
- Act as an observer for behavior health complaints.
Emergency Technicians at UW Health
Qualifications
- Completion of EMT-Basic Required
- Completion of AEMT or Paramedic program Preferred
Work Experience
- Relevant experience in Emergency Departments, hospitals, or other healthcare entities to include EMS Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- EMT - Basic license or National Registry of EMT Required
- CPR/BLS certification Required
- National Registry or Wisconsin Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic license Preferred
- ACLS and PALS certification Preferred
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UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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