MyMichigan Health · 1 month ago
PCT - ED Tech
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMyMichigan Health is a healthcare organization that provides patient-centered care. The Patient Care Tech (ED Tech) is responsible for delivering direct patient care in the emergency department, assisting nurses and physicians with various clinical tasks, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for patients.
Health CareHospital
Responsibilities
The tech as part of a multidisciplinary team, maintains a friendly customer-oriented attitude at all times. It is expected that all team members will work together to provide the best possible care to MyMichigan Healths patients, families, visitors, staff, community members, and any other person that is encountered while representing MyMichigan Health. It is expected that at all times the tech will treat every person they encounter with non-judgmental: kindness, compassion, respect, and relationship-based care
Follows direction from RN to provide services as prescribed by the physicians authorized plan of care and accepted standards of evidence-based practice that is within the techs scope of practice. Provides direct patient care including minor treatments, answering call lights, assisting with transfers, responding to alarms, and other duties as assigned
Reports effectiveness of treatment plan to the RN and makes suggestions or participates in updating/revising the treatment plan in collaboration with other team members, utilizing current information to improve patient care
The tech is knowledgeable and compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines
Demonstrates awareness of specific safety concerns in department. Demonstrates competency in Infection Prevention and Control Practices and Policies
Complies with MyMichigan Health safety guidelines
Maintain department equipment as necessary
Identifies and communicates concern regarding unsafe conditions or equipment promptly
Participates in medical center safety drills
Utilizes appropriate lift equipment on a routine basis
Attends education days
Seeks opportunities for self-education and enrichment while sharing information with co-workers
Collects vital signs and weight
Participates in direct patient care. Moves, lifts, and transports patients as required
Performs EKG
Performs intravenous access as ordered and when within scope, in a prompt accurate manner
Performs other clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies
Recognizes and displays pleasant, friendly and cooperative manner to public
Maintains clean and tidy exam room, including inventory of room supplies
Maintains orderly patient flow
Cleans equipment
Is familiar with cardiac monitors, can apply leads and operate equipment
Can assist with emergency equipment and procedures under the direct supervision of the RN or ED physician
Completes documentation as required
Follows sterile technique during set up and throughout procedure
Supports the mission, goals, policies, and standards of the ED
Assists RN to ensure patient care outcomes and safety needs are met
Communicates identified problems to appropriate personnel and implements actions to assure patient needs are met
Assists unit in maintaining the area according to Joint Commission standards
Participates in quality improvement activities in the department
All Clerical Duties
Answers telephone
Enters labs and other orders as requested
Assists with medical procedures and minor surgery
Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique
Health Care Provider certification maintained (as applicable)
Performs according to procedure in all medical center emergency situations
Provides and ensures safe and secure environment for the patient
Is familiar with all safety and emergency procedures
Observes fall safety precautions
Assists with ordering as indicated
Orders from purchasing weekly for medical supplies, lab supplies and office supplies
Special invoices for supplies not available in storeroom
Placing orders with Pharmacy
Stock exam room with supplies and fill hand cleaner bottles
Demonstrates competency in Infection Prevention and Control Practices and Policies
Possesses an understanding of infection prevention and control measures designed to prevent the spread of infectious diseases
Maintains the standards of the infection prevention and control policies
Implements and maintains isolation techniques per policy
Follows hand hygiene policies and utilizes personal protective equipment as required
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health
Will be responsible to work on-call, as scheduled
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Current Emergency Medical Technician licensed with the State of Michigan, Registered Nurses Aide Certification, proof of status as a student in a school of nursing, or completion of a nurses aide state approved training course
Must hold an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification or a current State of Michigan registry document as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification culminating in licensure in the state of Michigan or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan or successful completion of one semester of nursing clinical education by an Accredited Registered Nurse Program
BLS: Basic Life Support certification required within 1 month of hire or transfer
TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Management certification required within 3 months of hire or transfer
Knowledge of infection prevention and control measures designed to prevent the spread of infectious diseases
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake
Ability to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s)
Frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching
Physical Demand Level: Very Heavy. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry over 100 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) over 50 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% of the workday) over 20 lbs
Preferred
Organizational skills needed to prioritize workload
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner
Knowledge, ability, and competence in treating patients who range in age from pre-natal to 100+ years
Company
MyMichigan Health
MyMichigan Health is a a non-profit healthcare company.
Founded in 1984
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lydia Watson
Chief Executive Officer
Bryan Cross
Chief Operating Officer
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