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Providence St. Joseph Health Emergency Department Technician in Edmonds, Washington

Description Emergency Department Technician @ Swedish Edmonds Part Time (24 Hour Week) Evening Shift 12 Hour Shifts Supports nursing and physician staff by performing tasks that assist in the care and treatment of patients with illnesses and injuries. Serves as a liaison among members of the healthcare team, patients and families. Organizes, replaces and maintains inventory and supply levels in the Department. Assists in other department-related activities. Take a proactive approach in anticipating the needs of the patient and/or care team by performing and completing tasks within scope of practice. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Edmonds and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Provides basic patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. Assists Registered Nurses and Physicians through such tasks as taking vital signs and preparing equipment and supplies for procedures. Performs approved orthopedic procedures such as plaster splint applications and other orthopedic splints/ devices. Performs basic first aid measures as well as procedures such as basic wound care, irrigation, wound prep, and dressing applications. Performs basic patient observation skills and reports significant changes in patient condition to appropriate team member. Connects patients to various monitoring equipment. Performs 12 lead ECG's. Recognizes and responds appropriately to critical arrhythmias. Communicates effectively with Registered Nurses and other caregivers regarding patient issues, MD issues, and equipment. Communicates in a compassionate manner to patients, families, and visitors. Assists patient families and friends in support of patient care and well being. Performs clinical testing such as Hemacues, Istats, urine dips and pregnancy urine testing. Uses glucometer to check blood glucose levels. Collects other specimens such as sputum and urine. Uses appropriate forms and documents pertinent patient data accurately, legibly and concisely according to policy. Receives and records laboratory and other patient data reports and conveys information accurately to Registered Nurse and Physician. Performs phlebotomy according to established standards. Maintains and organizes patient medical records during patient stay. Assures completion of required documentation elements before chart leaves Department. Maintains patient confidentiality. Monitors, orders, and restocks unit (central services, stores, linen, non-stock, etc.) with supplies and emergency equipment as indicated. Assists with patient admitting, transfer, and discharge procedures. Transports patients via wheelchair and stretcher. May perform duties such as telephone, order entry, scanning, copying, etc. to assist as needed relative to patient volume. Assists with the facilitation of patient education relative to the treatment plan (i.e. crutch walking instructions). Required Qualifications: H.S. Diploma or GED Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification Upon hire: Washington Nursing Assistant Certification License Or Upon hire: Washington Nursing Assistant Registered Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association 1 year Recent emergency department or related medical experience providing direct patient care, preferably in a free-standing emergency department. EMT-B recent experience will be considered. EMT-B procedures and skills allowed are generally non-invasive. Preferred Qualifications: Nursing or other health care related training. Why Join Providence?<

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