Emergency Department Technician (ED) - Per Diem

Description

The Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) will:

• Work collaboratively with a complementary and assistive role to the nursing staff. 
• Perform a variety of delegated tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Medic. 
• Assist the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the training, competence, skill, and the Emergency Department policies and procedures. 
• Be responsible for maintaining and increasing their knowledge base in Emergency Patient Care. 
• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to assist in the delivery of patient care. 
• Perform identified tasks relevant to patient care that are reflected in established protocols and competencies approved by Springfield Hospital, under the direction of the RN/Medic. 
• Maintain or increase their knowledge base in the Emergency Department. 
• Demonstrate the minimum knowledge, skills, and responsibilities for age-specific populations. 
• Function as part of the team to provide primary support to the Emergency Department patients. 
• Understand and support the policies of Springfield Hospital as they pertain to the role of pre-hospital/EMS/Fire and Rescue. 
• Support the role of the ED Receptionist and assist in the registration of the Emergency Department patients. 
• Function in a calm and professional manner when faced with times of crisis within the department. 
• Allow full scope of practice that is provided within licensure and certifications: LPN, LNA, AEMT, EMT. 
• Perform direct patient care (floor) as well as indirect patient care (desk) activities.

Requirements

• Current Vermont EMT-B or higher license or current Vermont Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) License
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Five (5) years’ experience as EMT-B or LNA (preferred)