Emergency Services Technician

Job Description

Emergency Room (Full-time, Night Shift)

Job Summary: The Emergency Services Technician serves in a combination role and is competent to perform as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Telemetry Technician (TT) and a Unit Secretary (US) under the supervision of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, and/or physician in a fast-paced emergency department licensed under Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta (LLUMC-Murrieta). Demonstrates flexibility and readily accepts changing assignments and job duties at the beginning and throughout the shift as requested, e.g., Telemetry Technician, Unit Secretary, Patient Care Assistant. Provides direct and indirect, age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care as directed and seeks information and clarification of duties throughout shift as necessary. Utilizes effective interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in customer service, safe patient care and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of a basic arrhythmia and recognition course within six months of hire. Completion of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program or completion of School of Nursing fundamentals required. Completion of Emergency Medical Technician program may be considered in lieu of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. Minimum of six months experience as paramedic transport, telemetry technician, unit secretary or patient care assistant preferred. Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates competencies in fundamentals of patient care and knowledge of scope of practice for unlicensed healthcare team members. Able to read, write legibly and speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Outlook, electronic medical record, event reporting system; troubleshoot patient care equipment; perform basic non-licensed patient care activities; comprehend and follow-through with instructions; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate; accept direction; think critically and use good judgment; work with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch. Licensures and Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)certification issued by the American Heart Association required. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Emergency Medical Technician preferred.

Qualifications

Job Info

Job Identification: 6384

Job Category: F12_Healthcare Clinical Support

Posting Date: 2024-11-04T17:54:07 00:00

Organization: LLU Medical Center- Murrieta

Schedule Type: Full-Time

Shift: Nights

Hours Per Pay Period: 72

Workday Start Time: 8-1300

Alternative Work Schedule (AWS): T - 12/40 Clock Schedule

Benefits Eligible: Yes

LLUH Posting Location: LLU Medical Center – Murrieta

Travel Required: No

Pay Range: $23.32 - $27.05 / hourly

Locations: 28062 Baxter Road Murrieta CA 92563

Salary : $23 - $27