Pediatric Emergency Department Technician
Company: Banner Health
Location: Mesa
Posted on: June 23, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Mesa, ArizonaDepartment Name: Emergency
Ctr-HospWork Shift: NightJob Category:Clinical CareHelp move health
care into the future. At Banner Health we are changing health care
to make the experience the best it can be. If that sounds like
something you want to be part of, apply today.The Level I Trauma
Emergency Department at Banner Desert & Cardon Children's Medical
Center is focused on fulfilling Banner's mission to make a
difference in people's lives through excellent patient care.-- As
vital members of the multi-professional care team, we strive to
advance the art and science of patient care, quality and safety.
With over 100 beds our ED sees approximately 150,000 patients
annually and care for both adult and pediatric patient
populations.-- We offer unique, exciting opportunities/programs for
innovative care including: Certified Primary Stroke Center, Acute
Chest Pain accreditation, ACS Trauma Level II (Arizona State Trauma
Level I)--As the Emergency Department Tech you will have the EMT
qualifications necessary to perform the responsibilities of this
opportunity in a fast-paced environment. You will work with our
professional care givers to provide great customer service to the
East Valley. --This is an opportunity to use your experience and
skills in a well diverse patient population. If you are looking to
work with all patients and a wide range of patient acuity levels,
this is the position for you.--We have Full-Time Night Shift
opening from 6p to 6:30a 3/12s. This will include weekends and
holidays on a rotating basis. You will also enjoy an 18% night
shift differential (when applicable) and a flat rate $1/hour
weekend shift differential!Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards)
are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner
Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your
family. We provide health and financial security options so you can
focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your
life.Located on an 80-acre campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert
Medical Center is one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive
hospitals and is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of
Phoenix's Best Hospitals. We provide an abundance of exceptional
opportunities with more than 600 licensed beds, including over 100
dedicated to children. Areas of excellence include high-risk
pregnancy and neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics,
cardiology, oncology and emergency medicine. With 21 operating
rooms, we offer a full range of surgical specialties and advanced
technology that includes the daVincir Surgical System. About Banner
Children's Hospital at Desert If you desire to provide the best
care possible to the most vulnerable patients, come to Banner
Children's Hospital at Desert in Mesa, Ariz. Within our 248-bed,
state-of-the-art facility, specially trained nurses, physicians and
other clinical professionals utilize the most advanced technology -
including iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide
high quality, child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities
feature a recently expanded 104-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six
pediatric ORs and a 26-bed ED. We also offer dedicated pediatric
rehab, radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With
clinical diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive
culture, this is a place where you can grow in your career as you
help our very special patients.POSITION SUMMARYThis position is
responsible for providing patient care and assists health care
providers in performing assigned patient procedures within scope of
training. Position receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA,
or Physician in providing patient care.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Under
general supervision of the RN, APN, PA, or Physician, performs
assigned procedures including, but not limited to:
electrocardiogram testing (EKG); wound cleansing; initial, repeat
and orthostatic vital sign measurements; application of monitor
leads, specimen collection, and transports stable telemetry or
non-monitored patients to nursing units. Advanced skills and
functions: Where state statute permits, performs blood glucose
testing; phlebotomy; saline lock insertion; IV discontinuation;
bladder (Foley) catheterization. After training in these advanced
skills the ED Tech may perform these functions per state and
facility guidelines on adult patients and pediatric patients twelve
years of age and older upon direct delegation of the task.2. Sets
up, prepares patient and assists with patient exam and minor
surgical or health procedures within scope of training such as, but
not limited to: lumbar punctures; sterile instrument and field
preparation, suturing lacerations, chest tube insertion, closed
fracture reduction, gastric lavage, pelvic examinations, restraint
application, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Applies orthopedic
devices, to include pre-manufactured and plaster splints under
physician direction.3. Performs specimen collection, ensuring
accuracy in identification and integrity by using appropriate
techniques for all age criteria as required by Lab. Where state
statute permits, performs point of care testing for blood glucose,
hemoccult and gastroccult or other tests, and performs quality
control checks on point of care equipment as required.4. Provides
communication and updates to RN, Physician or other providers
related to perceived reactions or changes to patients' condition.
Accurately records information in the patient record, documents
vital signs and procedures completed, as well as the equipment and
techniques utilized.5. Monitors supply stock levels and reports
needs. Notifies housekeeping, maintenance, biomedical engineering,
and others to ensure proper equipment and a safe environment is
maintained. Maintains appropriate levels of stock in medication
room, exam room bedside carts, and specialty carts. Assists with
health unit coordination tasks and reception responsibilities as
needed.6. Attends department meetings and educational sessions;
Assists in orienting and training of new ED Technicians.7. Position
receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA, or Physician and
other appropriate licensed health professionals. Position uses
problem solving skills and provides effective communication with
patients, patient families, health care providers and ancillary
departments within the organization to provide quality patient
care.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent
working knowledge.Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Either Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) with state
licensure or certification, or Certified Nursing Assistant in state
of practice is required for new hires and transfers. In Colorado:
Either Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) with state
licensure or certification.Position requires basic computer skills,
effective communication (written and verbal) skills, and
problem-solving ability.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdditional related
education and/or experience preferred.
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