Technician, ER

Overview

Working under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Emergency Room Tech performs various patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patients.

Responsibilities

Patient Care Activities

• Explains and performs basic care as directed by the RN or physician while meeting the patient basic physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs.
• Monitors, reports change in patient's condition and seek guidance of the RN or physician.
• Maintains and stock supplies at bedside. Orders supplies from purchasing as needed.
• Prepares patients for examination, admission, discharge, diagnostic procedures or transfers to another facility while remaining aware of patient's rights.
• Cleans the department, prepares the patient care area for the next patient to be seen and treated.
• Transport non-critical patients and assist RN in transporting patients to their assigned room.
• Performs 12 lead EKG per policy.
• Cleans wounds under direction of RN / Physician.
• Applies orthopedic devices, instructs or demonstrates care of devices and / or gait training under the direction of the RN.
• Renders post mortem care.
• Performs visual acuity and prepares the patient for eye exams.
• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintains patient safety by checking equipment, using side rails, posey jackets, and safety restraints.
• Knowledgeable of all hospital emergency codes and procedures, including hospital disaster and fire plan.
• Breaks down trays after use and cleans instruments to be sterilized.
• Administers to the patients needs for personal hygiene, comfort and nutrition.
• Provide for a safe environment by proper placement and disposal of equipment and supplies.

Professional Conduct

Customer Service

Professional Growth and Development

Performance Improvement

Qualifications