Emergency Department Technician I

Job Description Summary

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, assists with patient care within the scope of practice.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC004773 ORBG - Emergency Room

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-19

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Job Description

·       Takes vital signs, height and weight

·       Performs EKG's

·       Assist physicians or nurses on all procedures

·       Takes post procedure vital signs when available

·       Monitors telemetry patients

·       Collects various specimens in the appropriate manner

·       Crutch training

·       Assist with ordering supplies

·       May perform Bladder Scans and inset Foley Catheters and will assist with elimination needs

·       Assists with processing admissions, transfers, and discharges

·       Assists with enemas not involving medications

·       Performs staple/suture removals

·       Performs Phlebotomy

·       Maintains Supply room and 02 tanks

·       Preceptor for new Technical Staff

·       Follows the Standards of Behaviors

·       Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma.  Certification required as an EMT or CNA. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Some experience in a medical setting is preferred but not required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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