Mount Sinai Medical Center
Location
Westchester, Florida
Provides supportive care to emergency patients by assisting physicians and nurses with assessments, examinations, and technical procedures. Maintains department supplies, documents patient status, and ensures patient hygiene and comfort throughout their stay.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and CPR certification, with a preference for EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assistant licensure. Candidates should have up to 3 years of relevant experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced emergency setting.
Summary: Full time, part time and per diem options available Position Responsibilities Provides supportive care to the Emergency Department patients under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse assigned to your area or physician. Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member, supports and assist team members in all activities. Assists Registered Nurse and physicians with assessments, examinations and treatment. Performs and assists with technical skills, supplies and equipment maintenance, high level disinfection as defined in scope of practice. Performs duties as inserviced, including crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting physician with splint or cast application. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Assists patients from vehicle into wheelchair or onto guney, as need dictates. Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and hourly rounds. Monitors stock and restock supplies as needed. Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures. Inventory and document patients belongings and valuables. Able to work in any setting/area of the Emergency Department. Upon order of physician or R.N. establish heparin lock with appropriate IV catheter. Perform 12 Lead EKG as directed by RN or ordered by physician. Collect and label blood speciemns, labeling accurately at the beside as directed by RN or ordered by physician. Transport patients and supplies. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services meeting and workshops; shows responsibility for ongoing education. Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment. Ensures patient personal and oral hygiene needs are met daily and/or as necessary. Reports any pertinent observations to RN. Qualifications License/Registration/Certification CPR certification required. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate within 90 days of employment. EMT, Paramedic and/or Medical Assistant license, preferred. Education High School or equivalent. Graduation from a foreign medical and/or Medical Assistant program preferred. Experience Up to 3 years of ER Technician experience preferred.
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs: Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for select positions and more! Degree Requirements: Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.