Location
Lufkin, TX, United States
Posted on
Nov 07, 2017
Profile
ER Tech - Lufkin (PRN)','Per Diem','Allied Health','PRN','PRN','0','0','Occasional','Occasional','TEXAS-LUFKIN-MEMORIAL HLTH SYS LUFKIN','','!*!
Position Summary:
Supports the delivery of safe, cost-efficient patient care in the Emergency Department by performing a variety of helpful Functions as delegated by the RN or Physician. Performs selected diagnostic and therapeutic tests and procedures. Provides assistance in transporting, transferring, lifting, and manual assistance with patient care. The function Performs general clerical support to the unit, as well as Performs cleaning Functions in patient care unit.
Position Responsibilities:
Provides direct patient care as delegated by the RN and Medical Staff.
Monitors and records vital signs, observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional condition and reports any changes to the nursing or medical staff
Provides indirect patient care.
Performs and documents general therapeutic/diagnostic measures.
Acts as transporter
Assists with updating the Emergency Department Tracking Board/Care Manager (EDTB)
Acts as unit clerk; Utilizes hospital information systems according to the hospital policy.
Discharges patients and enters charges for patients in a timely matter.
Utilizes the EDTB to improve patient flow.
Performs order data entry as assigned by the nurse or physician
Communicates with patients, family, physicians, other departments, unit personnel, and peers in an accurate, courteous and professional manner
Demonstrates a commitment to patients, nursing staff, and Emergency Department in accordance with the team performance expectations
Performs and records diagnostic measures, treatment and procedures, as determined by skills training and validation (i.e., vital signs, 12 Lead EKG, phlebotomy, I.V. catheter insertion, splinting, specimen collection, immobilization by backboard) in accordance with established policies and procedures.','!*!
Minimum Qualifications:
Education Level
High School Diploma/GED
Licensure/Certification
Texas EMT-Basic
BLS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Effective Communication
Critical thinking skills
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal
Basic Computer skills – familiarity with Windows based software programs
Experience
One (1) year of previous Emergency Room experience preferred
Does not require prior experience
Catholic Health Initiatives and its organizations are Equal Opportunity Employers','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','1700000700','CHI Memorial','ER Tech - Lufkin (PRN)
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