JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Performs tasks as assigned including data collection, initiation of emergency stabilization procedures, and other tasks as outlined in the competency list assigned to position.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Emergency Department provides care for patients with a wide variety of needs from non-critical to emergent medical conditions including emergent and urgent mental health care. All patients are welcome whether walking in or arriving by emergency transport. All Emergency Department staff are certified to care for critical cardiac and trauma patients including children.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. Current unencumbered Oregon Paramedic licensure required for skills verification. Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire. ACLS and

EPC/PALS

required within 90 days of hire. Experience or training in computer applications required. One (1) year recent experience preferred. Previous ED experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Time Management:

Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

Social Perceptiveness:

Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Communication:

Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

Adaptability/Flexibility:

Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others to offer best possible care to patients.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1

• 10% of the time) Occasionally (11
• 33% of the time) Frequently (34
• 66% of the time) Continually (67
• 100% of the time) CLIMB
• LADDER LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
• 54") 20
• 40 Lbs SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees)

SIT WALK

• LEVEL

SURFACE WALK

• INCLINE CLIMB
• STAIRS LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 20
• 40 Lbs SQUAT Repetitive

ROTATE TRUNK

Standing PULL (20-40 pounds force) PULL (40

• 60 pounds force)

ROTATE TRUNK

Sitting REACH

• Upward

MANUAL DEXTERITY

Hands/wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH

Fingers LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 0
• 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
• 54") 0
• 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to

Eye:

up to 54") 0

• 20 Lbs LIFT (

Overhead:

54" and above) 0

• 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0
• 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0
• 20 pounds

STAND BEND FORWARD

at waist REACH

• Forward GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PUSH (40-60 pounds force) PUSH (60 or more pounds force)

Location:

Samaritan Health Services

AGH Emergency Schedule:

.9 (72 hrs/pp), Night