Emergency Department Technician - Contingent in Rochester, MI

Job title: Emergency Department Technician - Contingent in Rochester, MI at Henry Ford Health System

Company: Henry Ford Health System

Job description: Emergency Department TechnicianSchedule: 11:00am-11:30pm, ContingentDepartment: EmergencyHospital: Henry Ford RochesterLocation: Rochester, MIGENERAL SUMMARY:

• Prepare patient for physical examination by RN and physician.


• Take and record vital signs in the EMR every 2 hours or more frequently, as directed by RN.


• Observe and report patient's condition to RN.


• Round on all patients in designated area every 30 minutes or more frequently, as designated by RN.


• Perform patient care duties as prescribed by a physician and as delegated by a Registered Nurse including the following:

• a. Routine throat cultures


• b. Application of oxygen per mask or nasal cannula


• c. Administration of enemas


• d. Surgical skin preparation


• e. Insertion and discontinuation of urethral catheters


• f. Initiation and discontinuation of IV therapy under direction of Registered Nurse


• g. Application of cardiac monitor


• h. Application of simple orthopedic splints and supports


• i. Application of sterile dressings


• j. Application of antibiotic ointment (except to eyes)


• k. Eye irrigations


• l. Cleansing and preparation of wounds


• m. Oral suctioning


• n. EKG


• o. Pulse oximeter


• p. Obtain laboratory specimens, including blood draw


• q. Obtain blood cultures


• r. One Touch Blood Glucose Screening.


• Record in FirstNet and the patients EMR specimen collection, procedures, testing, VS and interventions performed.


• Maintain awareness of emotional needs of patient and family.


• Perform a variety of technical functions including the following:

• a. Ordering and stocking of supplies


• b. Monitoring the expiration dates on sterile supplies


• c. Preparation of sterile fields and trays


• d. Listing and securing of patient valuables


• e. Routine cleaning assignments


• f. Assisting the physician during surgical procedures


• g. Completion of requests for diagnostic tests


• h. Listing of supplies for charging purposes


• i. Transportation of patients

.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills normally acquired through the completion of a high school education or GED program.


• Competence acquired through one of the following is required:

• Emergency Medical Technician certification.


• Completion of (2) clinical semesters in a school of nursing program.


• Six (6) months of previous experience in an emergency department in a position that required skills in venipuncture, EKGs, urinary catheterization, knowledge of sterile technique, and splint application in the last two (2) years. - CNA with 1-2 years of experience.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Rochester Hospital


• Department: Emergency Department 001


• Shift: Evening Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable

Additional DetailsThis posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.OverviewHenry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services - from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at .BenefitsThe health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That's why we offer support in the various components of our team's well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerEqual Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health iscommitted to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard torace, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Expected salary:

Location: Rochester, MI

Job date: Fri, 02 May 2025 01:26:13 GMT

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