Emergency Dept Technician, Night Shift, Full Time (0.9 FTE)

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• Range (depending on experience): $22.86 - $31.90 . Job Summary The ED Technician is responsible for performing direct patient care and related activities in the Emergency Department. Participates as a member of the health care team, working within his/her licensure scope of practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Physician, and follows Summit Pacific behavior and service standards to maintain a positive work environment that promotes high-quality patient care experiences. Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities *Performs direct patient care activities as assigned and within scope of practice and demonstrated competency under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Provider/Physician. *Effectively performs a variety of technical skills to support timely and efficient patient care. Activities may include but are not limited to performing CPR, taking and recording vital signs, measuring and recording fluid intake/output, placing patients on cardiac monitoring; monitoring telemetry patients, acquiring EKGs, applying dressings; splinting/ortho care, wound care, bladder scanning, setting up and assisting with procedures, and administering treatments as directed by a physician or nurse. Phlebotomy and finger stick glucose if MA-P certified. *Assists with triage by greeting and escorting patients to rooms, help with gown and orient to call light and room. Assists with transporting patients and loading/unloading as instructed. Inventories and documents personal belongings, assists in storing personal items. *Assists patients with personal care which may include but is not limited to dressing/undressing, bathing, positioning, mouth and skin care, toileting assistance, eating and hydration. Assists patients with walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed. Assists patients with meals, including preparing for meals and after meal care. Performs linen changes as needed. *Anticipates patient needs; makes frequent rounds, observes response to verbal/non-verbal communications, ensures call lights and TV controls are with reach and responds quickly and politely to call lights/pages. Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms of common diseases or conditions or. Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff demonstrating a positive and caring attitude; demonstrates sensitivity to patient needs. *Implements measures to relieve pain and promote rest/sleep, such as: back rubs, face and hair care, personal hygiene and skin care, therapeutic ambulation and exercise, fresh water and ice. *Performs related administrative activities in an accurate and timely manner. Arranges transport and prepares documents. Notification of divert status, as direct by RN or Provider, to appropriate leaders and organizations. Documents relevant patient care data. Transcribes physician orders, follows through with appropriate action; schedules procedures; laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging tests, and dietary nourishment with detail and accuracy. Enters data into the computer; operates computers and other office equipment with efficiency. *Performs as a productive member of the patient care team. Responds to “Code” calls. Relieves co-workers for breaks/lunches. Contributes to a positive work environment that supports high-quality patient care and patient experiences. *Performs daily checklist activities. Cleans (“turns over”) rooms between patients. Maintains unit and patient room supplies. Checks for outdated supplies. Maintains spaces in an orderly fashion. Follows established safety precautions and infection control protocols. Monitors cardiac telemetry monitoring system recognizing arrhythmias and communicates changes to RN and/or Provider. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned. *Essential Job Function Staff Member Responsibilities *Adapts to changes in the work environment: Asks clarifying questions and/or provides constructive input in a helpful and respectful manner. *Builds and maintains working relationships: Maintains effective working relationships with supervisor and direct co-workers. *Creates positive experiences for patients, customers and co-workers: Consistently provides a level of service that meets SPMC standards. *Demonstrates ongoing learning & development: Participates in ongoing skills training and competency development. *Exhibits effective work skills: Successfully performs job duties in accordance with SPMC expectations for quality/accuracy, quantity, and timeliness. Re-priorities and/or shifts focus as needed to deliver expected results. *Facilitates