ED Technician (Per Diem, Day Shift) at Adventist Health

Hanford, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

31.84

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Assessment, Examination, Treatment Assistance, Unit Secretary Duties, Documentation, Vital Signs, Bedside Care, Patient Education, Time Management, Cost Containment, Equipment Maintenance, Specimen Collection, Registered Nurse Supervision, Physician Assistance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and treatments. Performs a variety of technical and patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Performs essential functions of the Unit Secretary. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: * High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required * Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: * Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Preferred * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required * Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA) or Paramedic certification: Preferred * Phlebotomist Technician license: Preferred Facility Specific License/Certifications: * AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required * Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or National Emergency Medical Tech (NEMT) or Paramedic (PM): Required Essential Functions: * Assists the Registered (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and treatments. Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations. * Maintains state of readiness by maintaining equipment/supplies appropriate to the position. Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment. * Prioritizes patient care and department needs, sets goals, and organizes time to meet daily demands of nursing care. Observes, documents and reports patient condition and changes in condition to the RN, MD/Provider. * Provides patient and family education within scope of practice. * Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations. Records and collects specimens. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein. Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Responsibilities

The technician assists the Registered Nurse and physician with patient assessments, examinations, and treatments, while also performing essential Unit Secretary functions. Key duties include documenting patient care such as vital signs and bedside care, maintaining equipment readiness, and prioritizing patient needs.