ED Technician (Nights)

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Under close supervision, the ED Tech provides technical support for physicians and nurses in the Emergency Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform 12 lead EKGs.
• Transport patients to other departments.
• Place patients on cardiac and vital sign monitor.
• Perform Point of Care Testing.
• Obtain lab specimens and document all care/procedures provided.
• Clean equipment and workspace.
• Order/stock department supplies.
• Clerical unit tasks as required/requested.
• Demonstrate positive customer service relations.
• Routinely participates in QI projects and encourages the department to continuously improve.
• Assist co-workers as needed/requested.
• Support the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Expected to serve as sitters as needed, following the successful completion of designated sitter education and training provided.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

SHIFT REQUIREMENTS

• 6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
• 3 shifts per week.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently licensed as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the state of Missouri.
• Minimum of six (6) months direct patient care experience preferred.
• This individual should be knowledgeable regarding growth and development and assessing the physical and psychological needs of patients in the following stages of life: neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 35 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.