ED Tech

ER Technician

Part-Time | 24 hours | Third Shift

Emergency Department | Corbin, KY

The Emergency Department is a 28-bed level III, emergency department, established to provide care for individuals with acute medical or surgical illnesses or injuries for which immediate medical attention is required or desired.

Professional caregiver working under the guidance and supervision of a registered nurse. Responsible for providing assigned care according to scope of practice. Has adequate knowledge to approach patients of all age groups. All employees will continually monitor and adhere to safety responsibilities and initiatives

Description:

• Assists with patient admission, orientation, and triage in the Emergency Department.

• Obtains and documents vital signs, weights, and patient information.

• Performs and communicates results of time-sensitive EKGs.

• Collects and labels specimens according to policy.

• Assists with wound care, splinting, and specimen collection during procedures.

• Transports patients and assists with transfers and discharges.

• Monitors patients, recognizing and reporting changes or life-threatening conditions.

• Maintains clean, stocked, and safe patient care areas.

• Provides clerical support and assists nursing staff as needed.

• Adheres to all safety, infection control, and hospital policies.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.

• Additional Certification or Education required post-hire:

• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS)-American Heart Association on hire

• Must obtain Glucometer Training on hire

• Must obtain Life Threatening Arrhythmia Training within 30 days

• Must obtain Respiratory Training within 30 days

• Must obtain Aegis Training

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

• PTO Sell Back Program

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

• Retirement with Company Match

• Identity Theft Protection

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire