ED Specialty Technician I, ED - North

Job description

• JOB SUMMARY
• Specialty Technicians perform a variety of routine and advanced patient care tasks under the direction of nursing staff to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination; treatment; and care of patients of various ages and acuities. Additionally; Specialty Technicians perform a variety of clerical and technical tasks as assigned and according to the assignment setting including; but not limited to; unit cleaning and organization; answering phones; directing patients and visitors; paging/calling professionals to assist in care of patients; or other needs of the department.
• Specialty Technicians have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities; surveys; improvement initiatives; and continuing education.
• Emergency Department (ED) and Surgical Services Specialty Technicians provide care for patients of all ages and acuity who suffer from a variety of illnesses and/or injuries. Telemetry Specialty Technicians provide care for adult and geriatric patients.
• JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum Education
• High school or equivalent
• Minimum Work Experience
• No previous experience
• Required Licenses/Certifications
• Hospital-based training program
• CPR-BLS prior to orientation completion
• Required Skills; Knowledge; and Abilities
• Communication skills and behaviors conducive to high-stress situations with patients; families; and visitors
• Interpersonal skills and ability to adapt approach to patients of all ages and personnel of all disciplines
• Professional maturity and accountability
• Maintain professional appearance and decorum at all times
• Handle confidential information
• Designated Driver
• No
• OSHA Category
• 1 - High Risk