MyMichigan Health Hiring For Emergency Department Tech at Bay City, MI  Full Time

The ED Technician functions primarily in direct patient care and demonstrates “competent” clinical practice with a variety of patients. The tech in the ED works as part of a team with a common goal of offering centered, timely care, in a safe and friendly environment. The tech in this position offers individualized compassionate care to emergency department patient’s based on the direction of the physician and RN. The tech pleasantly provides nonjudgmental care for the acutely ill, as well as the non-acute patient. This position requires the ability to perform multiple ancillary roles including but not limited to, performing duties and procedures within the scope of their practice as assigned, specimen collection, vital signs, EKG’s stocking of supplies, cleaning, clerical responsibilities, lab collection and other duties as assigned. This position requires assisting the nurse, physician, and other members of the team to provide relationship-based patient centered care. The tech in this role works with multiple types of sophisticated equipment and handles various types of patients in a friendly and frequently stressful environment.

Demonstrates awareness of specific safety concerns in department.

Demonstrates competency in Infection Prevention and Control Practices and Policies Implements and maintains isolation techniques per policy.

Maintain department equipment as necessary.

Identifies and communicates concern regarding unsafe conditions or equipment promptly.

Utilizes appropriate lift equipment on a routine basis.

Collects vital signs and weight.

Participates in direct patient care.

Moves, lifts, and transports patients as required. Performs EKG.

Performs other clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies.

Recognizes and displays pleasant, friendly and cooperative manner to public.

Maintains clean and tidy exam room, including inventory of room supplies.

Maintains orderly patient flow.

Cleans equipment. Is familiar with cardiac monitors, can apply leads and operate equipment.

Can assist with emergency equipment and procedures under the direct supervision of the RN or ED physician.

Completes documentation as required.

Assists RN to ensure patient care outcomes and safety needs are met.

Communicates identified problems to appropriate personnel and implements actions to assure patient needs are met.

Assists unit in maintaining the area according to Joint Commission standards.

All Clerical Duties Answers telephone.

Assists with medical procedures and minor surgery.

Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique.

Is familiar with safety and emergency procedures.

Observes fall safety precautions.

Notifies police/sheriff department of any assaults, suspected child abuse, rapes, domestic violence or any other injuries inflicted other than accidently.

Notifies animal shelter or sheriff department of all animal bites.

Distributes incoming mail on a daily basis. Assists with ordering of supplies.

This may include: orders from purchasing weekly for medical supplies, lab supplies and office supplies.

Special invoices for supplies not available in storeroom.

Placing orders with Pharmacy and stock the supply carts and fill hand cleaner bottles.

Is accountable in following medical center policy and procedures and work attendance.

Participates in continuing education program, Medical Center Computer based learning modules, and ED in-service training. NIMS 100 and 700 within 6 months of hire or transfer date.

All other duties as assigned. MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.

An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

BLS – Basic Life Support Required Within 3 months of hire or transfer

CPI – Crisis Prevention Intervention Required Within 6 months of hire or transfer

NIMS – National Incident Management System Required

NIMS 100 and 700 within 6 months of hire or transfer date.

PCT – MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN Certification Required.

High School Diploma or GED

Organizational skills needed to prioritize workload.

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

This position must show knowledge, ability and competence in treating patients who range in age from pre-natal to 100+ years.