Emergency Department Technician - PeaceHealth

**Description** PeaceHealth is seeking a **Emergency Department Technician for a Full Time, 12 Hour, Variable Shift** position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.89 - $32.87. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. ***Hiring Bonus May Be Available*** **This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.** **Job Summary** This position is responsible for performing direct patient care activities within his/her scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Department. **Essential Functions** + Assists nursing staff and other care team members with patient care: receiving patients by ambulance and from triage; assisting with ambulatory patients; setting up and assisting with procedures; obtaining patient vital signs; dressing or undressing patients; providing treatment supplies when needed; application of sterile dressings; restraint procedures; immobilization of extremities; cast and splint applications; patient transport. + Performs basic patient observation skills and reports significant changes in patient condition to the appropriate team member. Observation of secluded or restrained patients. + Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Assist in keeping patient care areas and equipment clean. + Performs clerical and communication functions to support departmental operations and patient care. + Order entry and results retrieval in the computer system. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **Education** + Accredited Program Required: Acute Care Certified Nursing Assistant _or_ + Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant _or_ + Accredited Program Required: Emergency Medical Technician. **Experience** + Minimum of 1 year Required: Work experience as a Certified or Registered Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT + Preferred: Prior acute care hospital experience + Preferred: Previous leadership/supervisory experience + Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs **Credentials** + Required: Certified Nurse Assistant - Washington or Certified Medical Assistant - Washington + Required: Emergency Medical Tech - Washington or + May be required: Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - Washington + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support **Skills** + Completion of ED specific competency-based education (Required) + Strong communication skills (Required) + Critical thinking skills (Required) + Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills (Required) + Strong customer service skills (Required) + Sufficient knowledge of English, spelling and arithmetic to complete and compile reports, make out requisitions, maintain simple records and perform various clerical duties (Required) + Proficient computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required) **Department / Location Specific Notes** Washington: + If hired prior to October 1, 1997, may qualify for this position with a Registered Nursing Assistant designation from the state of Washington. PHSW: + Requires either Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at time of hire. Obtain Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist (MAPWA) within 6 months of hire. + ED Technician assigned to the ED Seclusion department must obtain phlebotomist (MAPWA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) within 12 months of hire. + ED Technician assigned to the ED Seclusion Department: 1 year of in-patient psychiatric experience preferred. **Working Conditions** Lifting + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. + Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. + Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping. + Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs. + Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force. Environmental Conditions + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. + Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. + Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting. Mental/Visual + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws. **PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.** REQNUMBER: 94200