JOB SUMMARYLocation/Facility Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort WorthSpecialty/Department/Practice: EDShift/Schedule Full time NIGHTS, three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekendsThe Emergency Department (ED) Technician, under the supervision of Nursing Staff, helps in the provision of emergency care. Performs duties and direct technical care requiring knowledge of basic patient care standards and medical technology.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Helps in patient care duties. Collects 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. Helps with mobility, toileting, feeding and other personal care needs.
Performs phlebotomy to obtain venous blood samples and obtains and delivers other specimens for Laboratory review.
Helps or transports patients to and from the department.
Helps in patient education. Consoles 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 expertise of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
Relational 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 through speech 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.
BENEFITSOur competitive benefits package includes the following
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based on 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.
As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.