ED Technician

About the Position

ED Technician Job at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Chesapeake, VA

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to join our team in Chesapeake, VA. The ED Tech will assist in the Emergency Department and Observation Unit for direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Perform concepts of aseptic technique according to hospital policy and procedures.
• Wipe down all treatment surfaces in the unit with an approved solution.
• Report any break in aseptic technique immediately to the Charge Nurse.
• Discard contaminated items immediately and notify the Charge Nurse.
• Follow established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
• Restock supplies and equipment, keeping all bedside areas clean.
• Demonstrate the ability to operate equipment in the Emergency Department and Observation Unit.
• Demonstrate competency in operating electrocardiogram equipment including loading graph paper.
• Perform orthostatic blood pressures.
• Perform blood glucose monitoring, urine pregnancy test, urine dipstick.
• Perform bladder scans.
• Prepare STD/wet prep exams.
• Transport specimens to the lab as required.
• Collect urinalysis according to departmental procedure.
• Perform phlebotomy services on all patients.
• Prepare specimens to be sent to consulting laboratories.
• Obtain blood products from the Blood Bank.
• Assist physician and/or physician assistant with closed reduction procedures.
• Assist physician and/or physician assistant during orthopedic procedures.
• Demonstrate crutch walking to patients.
• Apply splints.
• Assist in fitting and applying patients with orthopedic equipment.
• Assist physician and/or physician assistant with suturing/stapling.
• Remove sutures/staples under the direction of the RN, physician assistant, or physician.
• Insertion of Foley Catheters based on current infection control guidelines.
• Removal of Foley catheters.
• May assist with enemas.
• Insertion of Peripheral Intravenous Therapy.
• Remove peripheral intravenous lines and intraosseous access.
• Transport patients within the hospital.
• Ensure that vital signs are taken and recorded as directed.
• Accurately notify the nurse and appropriate healthcare team of pertinent changes in the patient's condition.
• Initiate basic definitive care or life support measures under the supervision of an RN.
• Input physician orders and document vital signs and procedures performed.
• Assist the nurse with triage vital signs on patients and chart; report specific observations to the RN.
• Follow proper procedure for quickly registering/arriving patients in the electronic medical record system upon arrival to the emergency department/observation.
• Communicate appropriate triage data to the charge nurse/staff nurse in order for them to determine bed placement.
• Bring patients in from waiting areas based on the direction of the charge nurse or triage nurse, and prepare them for examination.
• Document/report clinical findings to the RN in complete fashion.
• Initiate care and standards of patient care for specific injuries and illnesses as directed by staff and standing protocols.
• Assist EMS/RN staff with transferring patients to beds.
• Attend required hospital-wide orientations, staff meetings, and in-services.
• Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent with post-training as either a Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, Paramedic, Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, or are a Nursing or EMS student.
• Experience: 2+ years' experience in a direct patient care environment, an acute care facility, corpsman experience, or formal phlebotomy/laboratory/EMT/paramedic training; must demonstrate competency in aseptic technique, cardiac arrhythmias, laboratory services, and orthopedic and minor surgical procedures.
• Certifications: Applicant must hold a current BLS certification.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hours
• Immediate start

About the Company

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. Our team is committed to excellence and innovation in medical services.