The ED Technician assists the Registered Nurse and physician with assessments, examinations, and treatments while performing various technical and patient care duties. They document patient care, maintain equipment and supplies, and prioritize patient care needs.
Requirements summary
A high school education or GED is required, with an associate's degree preferred. Certifications such as CPR and EMT are required or preferred, along with relevant experience in healthcare.
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Job description
Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011.
We are comprised of a 49-bed acute care hospital and 60 clinics in 27 rural communities with primary and specialty care services.
Reedley is a perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts as it is located in the central San Joaquin Valley portion of California, close to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
In addition to the beautiful landscape, it also offers a great cost of living and close-knit communities.
Job Summary: Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and treatments.
Performs a variety of technical and patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Performs essential functions of the Unit Secretary.
Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA) or Paramedic certification: Preferred Phlebotomist Technician license: Preferred Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or National Emergency Medical Tech (NEMT) or Paramedic (PM): Required Essential Functions: Assists the Registered (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and treatments.
Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations.
Maintains state of readiness by maintaining equipment/supplies appropriate to the position.
Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.
Prioritizes patient care and department needs, sets goals, and organizes time to meet daily demands of nursing care.
Observes, documents and reports patient condition and changes in condition to the RN, MD/Provider.
Provides patient and family education within scope of practice.
Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations.
Records and collects specimens.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients.
Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable.
Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.
