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About the Role

Find an innovative, patient-focused culture dedicated to improving patient health and quality of life. This role supports patients requiring urgent or emergency care in an urgent care or emergency medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient treatments assigned by the RN and other health care team members.
• Receive direction and assignments from physicians and nurses and provide technical support to optimize patient care.
• Report on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor and other staff members.
• Coordinate and assist with care and patient flow by initiating collection of specimens or treatment within the scope of the position as directed.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to enhance patient flow and maintain a high standard of care.
• Assist in training new ED Technicians on duties in the Emergency Department.
• Mentor and monitor ED Technicians staff at the direction of RN or Provider.
• Assist with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures.
• Assist with obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
• Assist with other technical functions such as obtaining 12-lead EKGs, discontinuation of peripheral IV, heparin and saline, performing phlebotomy, and collection, maintenance, and care of specimens for laboratory analysis and Point of Care Testing.
• Order and decontaminate all equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Participate in the Emergency Decontamination Team.
• Assist with positioning patients and application of orthopedic splints and dressings.
• Measure and fit crutches and canes; instruct patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
• Maintain use of appropriate medical equipment and supplies and monitor for expired dates.
• Participate in team meetings and in-services as needed.
• Assist with the unit's admission and discharge processes.
• Apprise the Registered Nurse and health care team of any observed significant changes in the patient's condition.
• Respond to patient requests and/or call light.
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with hospital standards.
• Function in an emergency situation.
• Assist with restrained patients according to established policy and directed by RN and physician.
• Use clinical knowledge in the care and management of patients based on diagnoses.
• Perform safety attendant duties and may provide direct observation of patients who are at risk of harming themselves or others as directed by supervisor or healthcare team members.
• Assist in supporting Environment of Care (EOC) safety checks.
• Monitor and record temperatures for specimen refrigerators daily.
• Respond appropriately to out-of-range refrigerator temperatures.
• Perform activities of daily living appropriate to patient’s condition.
• Provide ADLs including, but not limited to, toileting, hygiene, monitoring intake and output, meal serving, setting up, and feeding patients.
• Provide mobility activities including range of motion exercises, transferring, and ambulating patients.
• Use proper body mechanics, obtain help and/or use appropriate equipment when lifting, moving, or transferring patients.
• Establish and maintain good communication with patients, families/visitors, and hospital staff.
• Convey needed information to patients and visitors.
• Answer patients’ requests for assistance and participate in intentional rounding in a timely fashion.
• Complete all unit-specific and department competency requirements.
• Perform alarm management of cardiac monitors.
• Attend relevant educational and training programs.
• Perform similar or related duties as requested or directed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred
• One year of patient care experience, preferred
• BLS certification within 6 months from date of hire, required
• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling
• Frequent visual acuity (color, depth, perception), stooping, standing, repetitive motion, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking, walking, fit testing
• Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, explosives, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy
• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
• Occasional extreme temperatures, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, gases, mists
• Frequent fumes, odors
• Constant noise
• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Skills

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Accuracy
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Creative Thinking
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service
• Focusing
• Interacting with People
• Listening
• Time Management

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred

Salary/Compensations

• USD $17.67/Hr.
• USD $26.50/Hr.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

About the Company

• Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind.
• Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett.

Equal Opportunity

• We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.