#emergencytech

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Type of Major(s) Seeking: Emergency Techs

Job Title: ED Tech in a Free Standing Emergency Department

Employer/Company Name: Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Job Location: Kennewick, WA

Job Type: Variable Shifts

Time Length: Permanent

Compensation: Per Diem

Summary of Position:  

Kadlec Regional Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for an Emergency Department Technician II to join our growing Free Standing Emergency Department team!

Job Duties:  

As a Emergency Department Technician you assist the registered nurse, physician assistant, nurse practitioner and physician in the Emergency Department in giving designated care to the patient under their direct supervision. Also performs a variety of other related duties to assist in the throughput of patients in the ED.

Supports the Kadlec’s Mission statement and department and Medical Center goals.

Demonstrates active listening skills to provide support for patient needs.

Communicates information requiring action to other members of the health care team.

Remains calm, follows directions and functions effectively during emergent, urgent or unexpected events.

Follows through with assigned duties without any reminders and seeks clarification when necessary.

Offers help and seeks help when needed.

Uses the electronic medical record system efficiently

Assists the clinical nurses and the patient care team in collecting data and keeping the patient care area in a state of readiness.

Assists in transferring patients to and from bed and/or wheelchair; assists patients in and out of vehicles using appropriate body mechanics or lift equipment.

Assists providers and nursing personnel in clinical procedures including, but not limited to minor surgical procedures, suturing, special exams, lavages, casting and splinting.

Minimum Qualifications:

GED or High School Diploma from an accredited educational institution required.

Current WA State MA-Phlebotomist Licensure or MA-Certified Licensure required.

If MA-P: WA State MA-R Licensure to be obtained within 60 days from date of hire into this position.

Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.

ED Technician II experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:  

One year hospital, physician office, emergency services, or other medical setting experience preferred.

Bi-lingual or multi-lingual skills preferred.

To Apply:  http://kadlec.jobs/kennewick-wa/ed-tech-ii-free-standing-emergency/502FD9F4AF8F4A189BD58BE68C19F80B/job/