Emergency Department Technician - Westbrook, United States - Middlesex Health

Middlesex Health
Middlesex Health
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Westbrook, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

Emergency Department Technician:
Shoreline


Job Schedule:
Part-Time

Hours:24


Shift Details:
Nights, 3rd shift


Weekend Requirement:
Every other weekend


Comprehensive Benefits Offered:

  • Competitive and affordable benefits package
  • Shift Differentials
  • Continuing Education assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student Loan relief through Fiducius
  • Quick commute access from I84, Route 9 and surrounding areas
The Smarter Choice for your Career


Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces for a fifth year in a row, and a 6 time Magnet designated organizationAt Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better.

Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.


The primary function of the Emergency Department Technician "ED Tech" is to assist in the care of all Emergency Department patients and patient care duties under the direction of the registered nurse.

The ED technician has key duties and responsibilities as listed below.

  • Provides basic life support to patients of all ages in the emergency department setting, respecting their agespecific/developmental needs, gender, culture, religion, psychosocial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Provides prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patient's, families, and visitors.
  • Assists in activities of daily living with patients including dressing/undressing, eating, toileting and ambulation.
  • Ensures patient and staff safety when assisting with care of all patients, utilizing skills to deescalate situations, asking for additional resources when patients and or families become angry/agitated and or aggressive.
  • Providing constant observation and/or one to one observation of patients under the direction of the clinical staff.
  • Maintains an awareness of the department and responds promptly to patient call alarms and monitor alarms.
  • Performs CPR and ventilation assistance under the direction of the RN and ED provider.
  • Assists with setting up oxygen delivery systems including but not limited to Hi flow O2, ventilator, and aerogen.
  • Performs: EKGs, PointofCare testing.
  • Obtains urine and blood specimens including blood cultures.
  • Performs stocking and organizing according to department procedures
  • Maintains knowledge of and operates equipment used in patient care safely.
  • Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients.
  • Covers clinical secretary duties during meal breaks or during absence of coverage.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • CNA with acute care setting experience, or third year BSN student will be considered

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Current and active EMT certification
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