Emergency Room Technician

Where Youll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person body mind and spirit in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services from routine wellness to complex disease management all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you become part of a team that delivers top-quality professional healthcare in modern well-equipped facilities and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

This job is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care and performance of established tasks and procedures under the supervision of a physically-present and immediately-available Registered Nurse / Provider. An incumbent performs clinical procedures and tasks within scope of practice.

Essential Functions

Assists in implementing plan of care by performing common clinical procedures and tasks within scope of practice.

Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and clinical techniques including (but not limited to) :

Basic Airway Management

CPR

Vital signs including blood pressure pulse oral and rectal temperature Respirations and pulse oximetry

Electrocardiogram

Point of care testing

Wound care including suture set-up

Assisting with eye and ear irrigation

Orthopedic splinting

Visual acuity

Suture / staple removal

Assisting with gastric lavage

Assisting with activities of daily living

Peak flow

Breath alcohol

Assists with removal of peripheral IV and urinary catheters

Conducts clinical activities requiring a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy certification such as blood glucose checks and phlebotomy.

Decontamination / Washdown with Level C Bio-Haz Suit and powered respirator

Job Requirements

Education and Experience :

High School Graduate or High School GED and completion of one of the following that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills / abilities : Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program OR Medical Assistant program ORCertified Nursing Assistant Program OR Licensed Practical Nurse program OR completion of one year of nursing school.

Licensure and Certifications :

Certified Nursing Assistant : WA (CNA : WA) or

Licensed Practical Nurse : WA (LPN : WA) or

Medical Assistant Certification : WA (MAC : WA) or

Registered Nursing Assistant : WA (RNA : WA) and

Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR) through the American Heart Association and

Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist : WA (MAP : WA) within 6 months

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Occupational Health Experience,Basic Life Support,Primary Care Experience,Suturing,Computer Literacy,Pharmacy Residency,Spinal Tap Experience,Nursing,Gastric Lavage,Epic,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Unclear

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1