What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Department Representative /Technician position at UR Medicine Thompson Health?
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement up to $6000/year
- Contribution and match on Retirement Plan
- Four weeks paid time off
- Access to Success coaches
- Free parking
Responsibilities Include:
- Providing basic patient care with clinical competence.
- Assist the Registered Nurses by providing patient care tasks and supportive duties in the acute setting.
- Be self directed and quickly able to adapt to variable patient care conditions and volume levels in the ED
Required Job Specific Competencies:
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently and exhibit flexibility in decision making and prioritizing assignments
- Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with the ED medical and nursing staff as well as other areas within the facility.
- Actively guard the confidentiality of sensitive info including but not limited to the patients, staff & the health system.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills are required.
- Live the CARES values at all times.
Qualifications:
- Required – High school diploma or equivalent.
- Required – One year experience as CNA, EMT, nursing student or other suitable experience
- Preferred – Experience performing phlebotomy and/or EKGs highly desirable.
- Experience with computer order entry.
Working Conditions:
- Works in well lighted, well ventilated area.
- Stands and walks most of shift.
- May be exposed to infectious diseases, injured by irrational or confused patients, may suffer eye fatigue and cumulative musculoskeletal stress associated with computer use.
- May be exposed to emotional stress due to working with emergent patients.
- Works with basic medical equipment.
- Demonstrates the CARES Values and Standards of Cooperation at all times.
Company Culture:
Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience! Place yourself in an environment where your growth is supported, your contributions valued and your successes celebrated.
- Focus on CARES values: Commitment, Action, Respect, Excellence, and Service
- Focus on Employee Wellness: Biometric screenings, Wellness programs, Access to onsite gym, Zen Room, Community Shared Agriculture program
- Staff Recognition platforms: Shining Stars, CARESCount website
Pay Range: $18.64 - $21.50
Starting Pay: Based on Experience
Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply
Salary : $6,000
