Emergency Department Technician - Chabert Campus - Full Time - Night shift
Ochsner Health System Careers, Houma, LA, United States
Job Description
This job assists the hospital in the nursing care of patients and performs special technical skills/treatments according to level of knowledge under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Education
Required – High School diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
Required – None.
Certifications
Certification as a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant (MA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or two years prior experience in Emergency Department
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal skills
Job Duties
Provides direct patient care with direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Performs clinical job duties as outlined by departmental competency.
Supports nursing and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures.
Accurately documents patient related tasks.
Maintains professional knowledge and required certifications through growth and development.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required.
Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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This job assists the hospital in the nursing care of patients and performs special technical skills/treatments according to level of knowledge under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Education
Required – High School diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
Required – None.
Certifications
Certification as a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant (MA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or two years prior experience in Emergency Department
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal skills
Job Duties
Provides direct patient care with direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Performs clinical job duties as outlined by departmental competency.
Supports nursing and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures.
Accurately documents patient related tasks.
Maintains professional knowledge and required certifications through growth and development.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required.
Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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