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PeaceHealth

Emergency Department Technician II

PeaceHealth, Springfield, Oregon, us, 97475


**Description**

PeaceHealth is seeking a Emergency Department Technician II for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Evening position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.88 - $37.30. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

*****Hiring bonus may be available*****

**This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.**

**Job Summary**

This position is responsible for performing direct patient care activities within his/her scope of practice under the direction of Physician in the Emergency Department. They will assist the nursing staff in providing high quality and compassionate care for patients to promote a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all member of the care delivery team.

**Essential Functions**

+ Participate in patient care in collaboration with and supervised by RN: which may include vital signs; IV starts; blood draws; document on flow sheet; communicate with patient and family; set-up and assist with procedures; clean and dress wounds; splinting; assist with airway management; initiate cardiac monitoring; may be required to perform emergency defibrillation; point of care testing; patient transport; patient discharge.

+ Performs basic patient observation skills and reports significant changes in patient condition to the appropriate team member. Observation of secluded or restrained patients.

+ Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Assist in keeping patient care areas and equipment clean. Room set-up.

+ Performs clerical and communication functions to support departmental operations and patient care.

+ Order entry and results retrieval in the computer system.

+ Document patient care in health care record according to standards.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**

**Education**

+ High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent or

+ Required: Graduate of EMT-Intermediate or EMT-Paramedic certification course

**Experience**

+ Preferred: Experience in the pre-hospital or emergency department setting and

+ Required: Successful completion of ED orientation/training and standard competencies and

+ Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs.

**Credentials**

+ Required: ED Tech II - Oregon Requirements Current state EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) or EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) certification or Advanced EMT (AEMT) or

+ Required: ED Tech II - Alaska Requirements Current state EMT 2, EMT 3, Advanced EMT (AEMT) or Paramedic certification and

+ Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support and

+ Required within 6 months: Advanced Cardiac Life Support

**Skills**

+ Completion of ED specific competency based education (Required)

+ IV Skills (Required)

+ Phlebotomy (Required)

+ Strong communication skills (Required)

+ Sufficient knowledge of English, spelling and arithmetic to complete and compile reports, make out requisitions, maintain simple records and perform various clerical duties (Required)

+ Proficient computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)

**Department / Location Specific Notes**

Oregon West Network - Sacred Heart Medical Center (University or RiverBend):

+ ACLS certification required at date of hire.

Oregon West Network - Sacred Heart Medical Center - RiverBend:

+ Will NOT perform emergency defibrillation.

**Working Conditions**

Lifting

+ Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).

+ Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.

+ Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.

+ Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.

+ Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.

+ Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.

Environmental Conditions

+ Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

+ Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

+ Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

+ Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

+ Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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