Er Desk Tech

Job Summary:
ER Tech (licensed)
Under the licensure of the ED Physician on duty and within the scope of the technician's license/certification, performs basic patient care activities in accordance with the policies of AGH.
Desk Tech
Responsible for clerical duties and organization of paperwork to expedite orders and patient flow.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collect and document patient information through the screening and triage.
• Ensure availability of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain equipment and perform light housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Utilize basic sterile technique while setting up and assisting nurse and/or physician as required.
• Perform appropriate treatments as delegated by the assigned nurse or physician, as covered by licensure.
• Transport patients, and deliver specimens and equipment to designated areas.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Answer telephone promptly; screen request for entrance through ambulance area (intercom)
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Working knowledge of computer programs utilized in the Emergency Department

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As assigned and in accordance with the licensed ER Tech Scope of Practice.
• Desk Tech (unlicensed) may perform the following duties, keeping in mind the desk duties are primary:
  • Stock and order supplies
  • Assist in cleaning rooms
  • Transport stable patients being admitted to the General Med/Surg Unit (not ICU)
  • Assist patients in/out of the Emergency Department

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in performing basic patient care skills within the scope of the licensed technician.

AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education (licensed Technician) - Graduate from a formal emergency medical technician program (see License/Certification below)
• Work Experience - adequate experience to demonstrate the required skills and abilities
• Training - adequate training to demonstrate the required skills and abilities
• License/Certification - Current NM EMT-Intermediate or NRP (Paramedic) Perferred, AHA-BLS, AHA-ACLS, AHA-PALS required. NRP (NeoNatal Resuscitation) encouraged

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.