ER Tech

Job description

Overview  Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team! At Nacogdoches Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals.

That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance.

The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Renders basic patient care to patients in the ED and assists the professional nurse. Takes and records vital signs, observes, reports and records patient condition. Obtains specimens and administers other treatments. Operates or assists in operating various mechanical devices. Meets physical comfort needs of patient. Reports emergencies and administer emergency treatment and performs other related duties as assigned. Appropriate care of instruments and equipment.

Performs general clerical duties by preparing, compiling and maintaining records in the ED. Records, transmits, and/or files written and verbal communication to, from and within the nursing unit to staff, patients and physicians., treatments or test as indicated. Orders/monitors use of unit supplies. Answers telephone and intercom, records and relays messages. Greets, direct, and instructs visitors as necessary. Prepare routine, confidential and /or special reports, documents and records; assists with patient care/quality improvement audits and core measures.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Minimum Experience

EMT or 2 years of ED tech experience or 5 years of patient care tech experience in acute care setting.

Required Certification

BLS required Required Licensure: none Skills: Medical terminology, computer, and typewriter skills preferred. Organization Description Nacogdoches Medical Center has been serving the East Texas community for nearly 50 yearswith a focus on caring for patients and a strong team environment. Service lines at the hospital include obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology (including a cath lab and electrophysiology capabilities), cancer care, neuroscience (Brainlab technology and stroke treatments) and weight loss surgery.

Theseservices help the medical center provide treatment options close to home for patients. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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