Emergency Dept Technician / Immediate Care Center Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Job Description:

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• 9:30am/ Full Time/ 36 Hours Salary range
• $16.70
• $23.

46 We’re seeking a Emergency Department Technician for Emory MidtownHospital responsible for being a capable certified technician whocares about the quality of their work an ensuring the safety forall patients.

This individual will:

• Ensures general patient satisfaction, including but not limitedto providing blankets, food, and updates on treatment status.

Focuses education of their daily clinical situation and adherenceto Standards of Care. Performs peripheral IV placement, specimencollection, general phlebotomy and blood cultures, and placement ofurinary catherers.

• Ensures that all procedures are properly documented. Responsiblefor the placement of all varieties of simple orthoglass splints andall forms of pre-made splints, such as knee immobilizers andslings.
• Performs general wound care, bandaging, and wound irrigation. Eyeirrigation with both directly applied normal saline and Morganlens. Takes vital signs. Performs accuchecks. Transports patientsto and from diagnostic tests as well as to floor beds.
• Assists in acute and code situations. Is familiar with allaspects of emergency situations and works with MD and RN to supportcare of the patient.
• Familiar with and able to function as a member of the Code Bluedisaster team. Works as a team member in triaging, staging andtreating disaster patients Assists in the care of acute patientsand is competent in: defibrillating pts with an AED, suctioningpts, placing pts on monitors and defibrillators.
• Performing EKGs and other POC testing. Sorts through initialcomplaints of patients in the waiting room. Assist with patientflow when ER becomes crowded. Notifies the RN or Physician ofpossibly critical patients.
• Explains delays in treatment to patients in waiting area.

Collaborates with other staff in delivering patient care. Interactswith and establishes professional relationships with members of thepatient care team.

• Oversees obtaining equipment and conducts needs analysis toincrease supplies based on ED volume. Monitors stock and suppliesto ensure par levels are maintained. Complies with StandardPrecautions guidelines and all other Infection Control proceduresand safety standards to maintain and promote a clean and healthywork environment.
• Performs clerical duties when required, to include answeringphones and directing all inquiries from other physicians,departments, and pharmacies.

Ensuring that physician orders are putcorrectly into the computer. Facilitating the acqusition ofdiagnostic studies as appropriate. May be required to obtainmedical records from other hospitals. Performs other duties asrequired.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited EMT-Advanced or EMT-Intermediatetraining program.
• One year related experience preferred.
• Previous ED experience preferred.
• Must have current certification as an EMT-I, EMT-A, or EMT-P, and

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Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of EmoryUniversity (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health systemin Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnetdesignated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 providerlocations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, isthe largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with morethan 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 differentsubspecialties. Additional Details Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. EmoryHealthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities andaccess to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion,ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age,disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expressionand/or veteran’s status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis ofany factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHCrespects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives andbackgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create anenvironment of collaboration and true belonging for all ourpatients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed toachieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity andnondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment includingrecruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline,terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, andtraining.

ACCOMODATIONS

EHC will provide reasonable accommodations toqualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To requestthis document in an alternate format or to request a reasonableaccommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, andInclusion.”

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the workday (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday;(frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly);Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasionalto frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work(computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may varydepending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTALFACTORS

Factors affecting environment conditions may varydepending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmentalexposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogenexposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors;Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/ColdTemperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patientcare/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may berequired; Use of personal protective equipment, includingrespirators; environmental conditions may vary depending onassigned work area and work tasks.