EMT Tech II

Job Type: Part Time 

Job Shift: Rotating

Hours:

The Emergency Department Technician II is a non-professional, emergency medical technician who assists with the direct care of emergency department patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse and who performs other essential non-direct patient duties. The ED Technician II performs EKG's, assists the physician with procedures/suturing, applies splints, performs wound care, takes vital signs and weights, collects specimens, performs CPR and assists the nursing staff as delegated. The ED Technician additionally transports patients via wheelchair or gurney and provides safety and comfort for patients and their families. The ED technician II supervises the ED Certified Nurse Assistant and is responsible for twenty-four hour coverage of ED Technicians in the Emergency Department and for completing a schedule with appropriate coverage. The ED Technician II is a mentor for new hires and existing staff and contributes to the orientation process. The ED Technician II uses effective verbal and written skills to communicate with people on all levels, and is able to maintain positive working relationships with patients, famities, co-workers, and physicians.

Fosters a supportive environment and promotes customer service by assisting with JFK's goals in obtaining 100 percent satisfaction rates among our most important constituents.

1. Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintained at all times).
2. Current EMT/ or EMT-P Certificate (maintained at all times).
3. Two (2) years Emergency Technician Experience - Preferred.
4. Basic Computer Skills.
5. Spanish Speaking - Preferred.

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