ED Tech-Highlands at APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HEALTHCARE IN

Prestonsburg, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Vital signs monitoring, Point of care testing, EKG, Patient transportation, Customer service, Clerical duties, Medical terminology, Computer literacy, Patient care, Safety training, Specimen handling

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Functions under the direction of the Registered Nurse, acts as assistive personnel to provide care to patients, some of the functions include customer service skills, obtaining vital sign, point of care testing, phlebotomy, EKG's and transportation of patients in the Emergency Department. Responsibilities Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture, fingerstick, heelstick and bleeding time) according to established procedure of the Hospital. Identifies patients and properly labels specimen tubes. Determines priority of STAT draws. Ensures timely delivery of all patient specimens to lab for testing via the ED chute or via transport to lab. Performs electrocardiograms. Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Maintains current knowledge/certification. Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job related hazards. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities necessary. Assumes clerical duties necessary to assist healthcare team to provide patient care. Receives and directs phone calls and when needed in the department. Will act as a receptionist, greet patients and answer phones when required. Is responsible for the daily cleaning of equipment and maintaining neatness throughout the department. Qualifications Minimum Education High school diploma or GED required. Minimum Work Experience Phlebotomy training and/or minimum one (1) year experience as phlebotomistFormal training/equivalent experience, such as a nursing assistant, CNA, or EMT preferred.Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based care setting.Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.Basic computer knowledge is preferred.Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.Required to comply with OSHA regulations for the N95 respirator training and fit testing

Responsibilities

The ED Tech provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, including performing phlebotomy, EKGs, and vital sign monitoring. They also assist with clerical duties, maintain department cleanliness, and ensure the timely transport of specimens to the laboratory.