ED Support Tech
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Grapevine
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
$1,000 sign on bonus (Based on eligibility)
The Emergency Department (ED) Technician, under the supervision of
Nursing Staff, assists in the provision of emergency care. Performs
duties and direct technical care requiring knowledge of basic
patient care principles and medical technology.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Assists in patient care duties. Collects objective data such as
vital signs, weight, pulse oximetry reading, pain scale reading,
pain scale rating, visual acuity, nutritional intake and output and
documents on appropriate forms.
Recognizes and reports abnormal data or findings promptly.
Implements Physician, Provider and Nursing orders responsibly and
documents interventions according to Hospital protocol.
Provides direct technical care. Assists with mobility, toileting,
feeding and other personal care needs.
Performs phlebotomy to obtain venous blood samples and obtains and
delivers other specimens for Laboratory analysis.
Assists or transports patients to and from the department.
Assists in patient education. Comforts patients and family members
and responds to their concerns.
Performs clinical coordination activities.
Communicates effectively with Nurses, Physicians, and other
healthcare team members to gather and exchange information related
to patient care.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Knowledge and understanding of nursing and patient care standards
and procedures.
Interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with patients
and staff.
Ability to follow established safety, infection control,
environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all
times.
Must be able to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart
protocols.
Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in
writing.
General computer skills, including but not limited to: using
required software applications, data entry, information security,
electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.
Corpsman Certificate preferred.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) preferred.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or
levelQUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
- EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or
transfer.
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Grapevine , ED Support Tech, Other , Grapevine, Texas
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