Emergency Room Technician - Health Alliance of Hudson Valley : Job Details

Job Details:Job Summary:Works collaboratively with the health care team, under the direct supervision of the RN, to provide direct patient care, maintain E.D. Environment and perform various clerical duties.Responsibilities:* Register patients, obtaining signatures for consent of treatment and assignment of insurance benefits when registration is not available.* Obtain copies of insurance cards and ID* Complete all ED forms with handwriting that is legible and neat.* Assist in ED record documentation as allowed by NYSDOH. Obtain vital signs, complaint and height/weight as needed, and completion of history.* Enter orders.* Assist with ambulance communication, prehospital and hospital, from the ED.* Xerox copies of medical records for transfers or admissions.* Orders supplies as needed. Keeps the ED clean and neat.* Retrieves medical records from HIM when department is closed.* Performs 12 lead EKG's, applies cardiac monitor, NIBP, and pulse oximeter.* Ensures collection, labeling and delivery of specimens.* Transports and moves patients safely and appropriately.* Assist MD/PA/NP by holding instruments and stabilizing extremities.* Maintains sterile/aseptic technique.* Cleans instruments in proper solution.* Obtains ice from acute care for ED use.* Assists on acute care when needed if there are no ED patients.* Is knowledgeable of location, care and use of emergency department equipment.* Knowledge of policies, procedures specific to the ED* Additional duties as assigned.* Make transfer packs.* Call in on-call staff per staff instruction.* Setup telemedicine equipment.Qualifications/Requirements:Experience:1-2 years of experience preferred.Education:High school or equivalent required.Licenses / Certifications:BLS Certification required. Emergency Medical Technician preferred.About Us:Margaretville HospitalMargaretville Hospital, in Margaretville, NY, is home to Delaware County's most advanced critical-care access hospital. This 15-bed facility cares for more than 240 inpatients annually while performing 14,000 outpatient procedures each year. Margaretville Hospital was named one of the top 100 critical-access hospitals in the nation by the National Rural Health Association. It provides emergency care, ambulatory care services, laboratory testing, medical imaging, physical and occupational therapy, swing-bed rehabilitation programs, respite care, and board-certified specialist and wellness education.Benefits:We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:* Health Insurance* Dental* Vision* Retirement Savings Plan* Flexible Savings Account* Paid Time Off* Holidays* Tuition Reimbursement