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- Ability to use keyboard, see computer screen. Ability to move / lift patients and push carts, etc.
- Current CPR certification Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:
- This position requires completion of the age specific competency Very heavy lifting with help as described below. May experience unpleasant odors, exposures to blood-borne, air-borne pathogens and opportunistic pathogens. Must be able to transport by wheelchair and cart all patient population including bariatrics. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: High level of stress due to unpredictable patient volumes and degree of critical services needed.
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Emergency Department Tech 6p-6a/0.9FTE - Downers Grove, United States - 125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation
Description
Department:
36102 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Emergency DepartmentStatus:
Full timeBenefits Eligible:
YesHou rs Per Week:
36Schedule Details/Additional Information:
BLS required, twelve-hour shifts, every third weekend. Fast paced environment with a dynamic team focused department.
Major Responsibilities:
