Job Location : Bellingham,WA, USA
**Description**
PeaceHealth is seeking a Emergency Department Technician for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.37 - $32.04. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
**This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.**
**Job Summary**
This position is responsible for performing direct patient care activities within his/her scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Department.
**Essential Functions**
+ Assists nursing staff and other care team members with patient care: receiving patients by ambulance and from triage; assisting with ambulatory patients; setting up and assisting with procedures; obtaining patient vital signs; dressing or undressing patients; providing treatment supplies when needed; application of sterile dressings; restraint procedures; immobilization of extremities; cast and splint applications; patient transport.
+ Performs basic patient observation skills and reports significant changes in patient condition to the appropriate team member. Observation of secluded or restrained patients.
+ Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Assist in keeping patient care areas and equipment clean.
+ Performs clerical and communication functions to support departmental operations and patient care.
+ Order entry and results retrieval in the computer system.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
**Education**
+ Accredited Program Required: Acute Care Certified Nursing Assistant or
+ Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant or
+ Accredited Program Required: Emergency Medical Technician.
**Experience**
+ Minimum of 1 year Required: Work experience as a Certified or Registered Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT and
+ Preferred: Prior acute care hospital experience and
+ Preferred: Previous leadership/supervisory experience and
+ Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs
**Credentials**
+ Required : Certified Nurse Assistant - Washington (Washington Requirement) or
+ Required : Certified Medical Assistant - Washington (Washington Requirement) and
+ Required : Emergency Medical Tech - Washington (Washington Requirement) or
+ May be required : Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - Washington (Washington Requirement)
+ Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support
**Skills**
+ Completion of ED specific competency-based education (Required)
+ Strong communication skills (Required)
+ Critical thinking skills (Required)
+ Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills (Required)
+ Strong customer service skills (Required)
+ Sufficient knowledge of English, spelling and arithmetic to complete and compile reports, make out requisitions, maintain simple records and perform various clerical duties (Required)
+ Proficient computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)
**Department / Location Specific Notes**
Washington:
+ If hired prior to October 1, 1997, may qualify for this position with a Registered Nursing Assistant designation from the state of Washington.
St. Joseph Medical Center:
+ Current Nursing Assistant certification in the state of Washington or Emergency Medical Technician experience and Nursing Assistant Registered certification in the state of Washington at date of hire.
**Working Conditions**
Lifting
+ Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
+ Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
+ Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
+ Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
+ Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
+ Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.
Environmental Conditions
+ Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
+ Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
+ Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
Mental/Visual
+ Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
+ Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
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