Emergency Department Technician (ED) - Per Diem

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) will :

• Work collaboratively with a complementary and assistive role to the nursing staff.
• Perform a variety of delegated tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and / or Medic.
• Assist the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the training, competence, skill, and the Emergency Department policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for maintaining and increasing their knowledge base in Emergency Patient Care.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to assist in the delivery of patient care.
• Perform identified tasks relevant to patient care that are reflected in established protocols and competencies approved by Springfield Hospital, under the direction of the RN / Medic.
• Maintain or increase their knowledge base in the Emergency Department.
• Demonstrate the minimum knowledge, skills, and responsibilities for age-specific populations.
• Function as part of the team to provide primary support to the Emergency Department patients.
• Understand and support the policies of Springfield Hospital as they pertain to the role of pre-hospital / EMS / Fire and Rescue.
• Support the role of the ED Receptionist and assist in the registration of the Emergency Department patients.
• Function in a calm and professional manner when faced with times of crisis within the department.
• Allow full scope of practice that is provided within licensure and certifications : LPN, LNA, AEMT, EMT.
• Perform direct patient care (floor) as well as indirect patient care (desk) activities.

Requirements :

Salary Range : The base rate for this position is $19.00 - $24.00 per hour. The hourly range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The rate for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.