BSS Emergency Department Technician - Glendale

Only for registered members Glendale, United States

8 hours ago

Primary City/State: · Glendale, Arizona · Department Name: · Banner Staffing Services-AZ · Work Shift: · Varied · Job Category: · Clinical Care · Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the country's leading health systems. · If you're ...

Job description

Primary City/State:
Glendale, Arizona

Department Name:
Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift:
Varied

Job Category:
Clinical Care

Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the country's leading health systems.

If you're looking to leverage your abilities to make a difference – you belong at Banner Staffing Services

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center is a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center facility that includes a spacious and comfortable main lobby, a patient/family library, a heart and vascular center, state-of-the-art surgical suites and a 200-bed patient tower to the campus.

The South Tower includes a robust full-service Emergency Department, and all-private rooms.

Designation as an Arizona Level I Trauma Center means Banner Thunderbird Medical Center can provide total care for every aspect of injury, greatly reducing the need to transfer patients outside the area for life-saving treatment.

In addition to our Trauma Designation, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center is also a Certified Stroke Center Banner Thunderbird Medical Center is deeply committed to providing the highest quality of clinical care along with an excellent patient care experience.

With our organizations mission statement, "Health care made easier, life made better," Banner Thunderbird Medical Center is truly dedicated to serving its regional patient population.

The team at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center's Emergency Department is awaiting your arrival

The hours for this position will be from 6pm-6am or 6am -6pm, 12 hour shifts.

As the internal staffing (registry) provider for Banner Health, Banner Staffing Services (BSS) provides opportunities within one of the country's leading health systems.

The BSS team is dedicated to providing personal attention and professional support for its employees. Registry opportunities are a great way to market your skills within Banner Health.

As a BSS employee, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular full-time or part-time opportunities within Banner Health.

In addition, registry employment through BSS offers:
Competitive wages
Paid orientation
Flexible Schedules (select positions)
Fewer Shifts Cancelled
Weekly pay
403(b) Pre-tax retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program
Employee wellness program
Discount Entertainment tickets
Restaurant/Shopping discounts
Auto Purchase Plan

BSS Registry positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered

BSS requires:
Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes; employment, criminal and education).

If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and use keywords RN New Grad to search for openings.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing patient care and assists health care providers in performing assigned patient procedures within scope of training.

Position receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA, or Physician in providing patient care.

Core Functions

Under general supervision of the RN, APN, PA, or Physician, performs assigned procedures including, but not limited to: electrocardiogram testing (EKG); wound cleansing; initial, repeat and orthostatic vital sign measurements; application of monitor leads, specimen collection, and transports stable telemetry or non-monitored patients to nursing units

Advanced skills and functions:
Where state statute permits, performs blood glucose testing; phlebotomy; saline lock insertion; IV discontinuation; bladder (Foley) catheterization.

After training in these advanced skills the ED Tech may perform these functions per state and facility guidelines on adult patients and pediatric patients twelve years of age and older upon direct delegation of the task.

Sets up, prepares patient and assists with patient exam and minor surgical or health procedures within scope of training such as, but not limited to: lumbar punctures; sterile instrument and field preparation, suturing lacerations, chest tube insertion, closed fracture reduction, gastric lavage, pelvic examinations, restraint application, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Applies orthopedic devices, to include pre-manufactured and plaster splints under physician direction.

Performs specimen collection, ensuring accuracy in identification and integrity by using appropriate techniques for all age criteria as required by Lab.

Where state statute permits, performs point of care testing for blood glucose, hemoccult and gastroccult or other tests, and performs quality control checks on point of care equipment as required.

Provides communication and updates to RN, Physician or other providers related to perceived reactions or changes to patients' condition.

Accurately records information in the patient record, documents vital signs and procedures completed, as well as the equipment and techniques utilized.

Monitors supply stock levels and reports needs. Notifies housekeeping, maintenance, biomedical engineering, and others to ensure proper equipment and a safe environment is maintained. Maintains appropriate levels of stock in medication room, exam room bedside carts, and specialty carts. Assists with health unit coordination tasks and reception responsibilities as needed.
Attends department meetings and educational sessions; Assists in orienting and training of new ED Technicians.
Position receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA, or Physician and other appropriate licensed health professionals.

Position uses problem solving skills and provides effective communication with patients, patient families, health care providers and ancillary departments within the organization to provide quality patient care.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Either Emergency Medical Technician–Basic (EMT-B) or higher with state licensure or state certification, or Certified Nursing Assistant in state of practice is required for new hires and transfers.

In Colorado:
Either Emergency Medical Technician–Basic (EMT-B) or higher with state licensure or state certification.

Position requires basic computer skills, effective communication (written and verbal) skills, and problem-solving ability.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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