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Department: Emergency Med - Wyandotte
Location: Henry Ford Hospital – 2333 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte, MI 48192
About Our Unit:
Our Emergency Department cares for over 45,000 patients each year in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. With 42 treatment rooms—including 5 Mental Health Secured Unit rooms and 3 Trauma Bays—you’ll gain experience with a wide variety of patient needs. We are a Primary Stroke Center, offer a 24-hour Cardiac Cath Lab with EMS direct-to-Cath capabilities, and are a designated Level III Trauma Center. Joining our team means working in a dynamic, rewarding environment where you can develop your skills and make a real difference in patient care every day.
What You’ll Do:
Your day-to-day impact includes:
- Assist with patient assessments, exams, and treatments
- Perform clinical tasks such as:
o Drawing blood & collecting specimens
o Performing EKGs
o Applying splints or immobilizers
o Taking vital signs (adult and pediatric)
o Inserting NG tubes, urethral catheters
o Starting and discontinuing IVs (as applicable)
- Prepare and assist with procedures including suturing, casting, pelvic exams, lumbar punctures, and more
- Recognize abnormal vitals or dysrhythmias and alert the RN/Provider immediately
- Provide patient and family support with professionalism and empathy
- Maintain equipment and supplies; clean and prepare rooms between patients
- Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and hospital standards
Education/Experience Required:
· High School Diploma or GED required
· BCLS Certification required
· Previous experience in an Emergency Department or acute care setting is a strong plus
· One of the following is required at time of hire
· Basic EMT certification
· Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant, nursing, or MD program
· One year of Emergency Room Technical experience
· EMT license preferred
· Ability to successfully complete a 180-day orientation program
Certifications/Licensures Required:
Must meet one of the following criteria:
- Basic EMT (B-EMT) certification
- Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant program
- Completion of a formal nursing education program
- Completion of a formal medical doctor education program
OR
- One (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience (Must complete one of the above certifications/programs within 12 months of hire)
Additional Requirements:
- EMT license preferred
- Successful completion of a 180-day orientation period is required
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