Advanced Technician, Emergency Room

Patient care:

• Performs phlebotomy, EKG’s, patient transport, splints, CPR.
• Operates and maintains equipment properly, performs testing with efficiency.
• Obtains and documents vital signs, intake and output amounts, and other as designated, collects specimens as required.
• Must be able to prioritize duties according to current policy.
• Performs sterile urethral catheterizations.
• Conducts self in a proficient and professional manner.
• Compliant with HIPAA regulations at all times
• Assist with turning, lifting, and positioning patients to prepare for exams and procedures.
• Supports and promotes an environment that was conductive to quality customer service.
• Responds to emergency situations in hospital according to current policy.
• Properly documented all procedures as required.
• Obtains equipment or supplies as necessary for patient care. Assist with preparing rooms between patients, cleaning, restocking, and preparing area.
• Assist physicians and nurses with physical examinations and treatment.
• Transports patients to other departments in the hospital and off campus. Note: May transport patients with IV fluids including IV antibiotics.
• Maintains clean work area in patient rooms.
• Provides wound care – shaves, preps, cleans, and dresses as directed – utilizing sterile technique.
• Inserts Iv & IO catheters
  Transport:   Provides safe appropriate level care transport of patients (emergency and routine).

  Communication:   Maintains appropriate verbal communication with team members to provide care to patient.