EMT / ER Technician Id-2917

Job Description: Job Description Patient Care Services The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization. TITLE: Medical Surgical Technician JOB OVERVIEW: Provides/assists the direct nursing care of all patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Department of Emergency Services or Critical Care HOURS OF WORK: Variable RESPONSIBLE TO: Unit Manager/Supervisor/Charge Nurse/ Registered Nurse PREREQUISITES:

4. If performing non-waived testing, must provide evidence of High School Diploma/GED Certificate, College Transcript, or license issued by the Washington State Department of Health.

  • Unit specific prerequisites-see Addendum.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Good interpersonal communication skills in a diverse population.

  • Demonstrates ability to learn tasks and handle responsibility.

  • Demonstrates ability to follow direction/instructions.

  • Demonstrates skill in communication and customer relationships in a diverse population.

  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups.

  • Complete HCA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain this certification throughout employment with VMC.

  • Demonstrates ability to conform to Valley Values which are teamwork, respect, community centered, compassion, quality & innovation.

UNIQUE PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS. ENVIRONMENT. AND WORKING CONDITIONS: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner. B. Essential Responsibilities and Competencies

  • Provide/assist in the direct nursing care (within scope of practice) of all patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

  • Transport/escort patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed, along with all support equipment necessary. i.e. IV pumps, oxygen tanks. Utilizes IV tote safety devices on stretchers and/or obtains appropriate help in difficult transports

  • Cleans and stocks treatment areas or patient rooms as necessary, requested, or assigned.

  • Cleans all used instruments and equipment before CS pickup.

  • Restocks supplies and linen in all rooms.

  • Cleans all equipment, etc.

  • Assists in keeping work areas, equipment and supplies clean and orderly as outlined by hospital policy.

  • Clean and stock linen cart, stock blanket warmer.

  • Clean medicine room refrigerator each month or as requested.

  • Clean Dirty Utility room and Clean Utility room on each shift.

  • Clean employee lounge and refrigerator as assigned.

  • Clean refrigerator and store room when needed, on any shift as assigned.

  • Each shift; clean assigned stretchers and wheelchairs. If any are missing, check floors and bring back to the department.

  • Each shift, check BP cuffs, flashlights, suction heads, restraints, etc. in the rooms. If any are missing, replace.

  • Clean and restock carts specific to the unit; Cast, OD, Burn, Eye, Pelvic, Trauma, Difficult Intubation, Line Cart.

  • Once a month, clean all cupboards and drawers in all rooms.

  • Daily - check outdated supplies.

  • Completed check list and account for supplies/equipment each shift.

  • Assists with admitting duties as needed including admission documentation. (Specific to unit)

  • Coordinates daily activities with the charge nurse or zone lead.

ADDENDUM - Medical Surgical Technician Unit Specific Requirements

  • Emergency Services

  • Completion of an accredited MA, Emergency Department Technician program, or

CNA (with active Washington State Nursing Assistant - Certified license) and

    • Actively pursuing a nursing degree, or EMT or Paramedic with field experience.

    • EMT or Paramedic must have an active Washington State Registered Nursing Assist

 

UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID . Posted job title: Er Med Surg Tech E2-15C

About Valley Medical Center

At Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It's a humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics throughout South King County.

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