Emergency Room Tech I

Overview

POSITION SUMMARYThe Emergency Room Technician, as a member of a multidisciplinary health team, assists in emergency patientcare under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and focuses on patient comfort, hygiene and safety.This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of AHMC-AnaheimRegional Medical Center and AHMC. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with thecore values of AHMC-ARMC and AHMC. The employee shall support AHMC-ARMC’s strategic plan and goalsand direction of the performance improvement plan. The employee will also be expected to support allorganizational expectations including, but not limited to; Customer Service, Patient’s Rights, Confidentiality ofInformation, Environment of Care and AHMC initiatives.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSA. Under the general supervision of RN, Physician or other care providers,1. Emergency room technician - I performs assigned procedures according to established guidelines withinthe scope of their training including, but not limited to: performing electrocardiogram (EKG); accurate vital signmeasurement and documentation; application of monitor leads, blood pressure cuff and pulse oximeter;laboratory specimen collection and delivery; POC testing; setting up and assisting with minor medicalprocedures and application of orthopedic splints; patient transport and mobilization using safe patienthandling techniques.2. Emergency room technician – II in addition to the duties above, performs glucose testing and phlebotomyafter advanced training and certification.

 

B. Communicates perceived changes in patient condition to RN, Physician or other care providers.C. Performs unit secretary duties as needed.D. Demonstrates the ability to safely and competently provide care in emergency situationsE. Demonstrates competence in performing duties/responsibilities relating to patient care.F. Meets population/age specific competencies per unit specific addendumG. Consistently applies infection control policies/practices.1. Understands and practices standard precautions for self and others in patient care activities.2. Understands and practices appropriate disease-specific isolation.3. Appropriately handles and disposes of sharps (i.e., needles, etc.) as required.4. Ensures sterility of supplies and equipment.H. Demonstrates the ability to safely and competently use equipment and supplies for patient care.I. Monitors supply stock level and restocks supplies as needed. Immediately reports any supply needs tosupervisor.J. Demonstrates the ability to competently complete clerical activities for the unit.K. Attends department specific education/training, inservices, and staff meetings.1. Attends mandatory inservices/educational/training activities.2. Verifies, by signature/initials, attendance at staff meetings or reading of staff meeting minutes.3. Submits all required CEUs and paperwork by deadline.L. Department specific performance improvement project.1. Actively assists in unit performance improvement monitoring.2. Knows and understands PDSA model for unit’s Performance Improvement Program.3. Demonstrates understanding of performance improvement principles in job performance.M. Provides for psycho-social, spiritual, and cultural needs of the healthcare team.N. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCEOne year of acute care experience in an emergency services or related area.Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Korean) preferred (as applicable)Phlebotomy training course & certificationEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) training course & certification preferred LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSCurrent Healthcare Provider BLSCurrent EMT certificate preferred California certification: Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) I or Certified Phlebotomy Technician IIACLS preferredPALS preferredManagement of Assaultive Behavior (completion within the initial 3 month period of employment)

Hospital Description

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONSA. Meets AHMC customer service expectations1. Promotes a service culture that exemplifies the Customer Service Standards set forth by ARMC2. Keeps patient well-being as a top priority

i. Identifies and addresses patient needs and concerns promptlyii. Communicates with patients and their families in a caring, respectful, and polite manner1. Ensures that patients and their families understand and are satisfied with anyconversations with staff2. Keeps conversations concise and proactive.

B. Demonstrates Core Values and supports Mission, Vision and Values and Code of Conduct.1. Can articulate and demonstrate support for organizational goals, the Mission and Vision of the Institution, andthe core values.2. Assures patient/family rights are respected and fulfills the Medical Center’s Patient Safety Philosophy.3. Maintains confidentiality of patient informatio