ER Tech III

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Performs tasks assigned by the ED Manager and designee including data collection and initiation of emergency stabilization procedures and other tasks as outlined in the ED Technician III Competency.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Emergency Department provides care for patients with a wide variety of needs from non-critical to emergent medical conditions including emergent and urgent mental health care.
All patients are welcome whether walking in or arriving by emergency transport.
All Emergency Department staff are certified to care for critical cardiac and trauma patients including children.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current unencumbered Oregon Paramedic licensure required for skills verification.
Healthcare Provider BLS required.
Experience or training in computer applications required.
ACLS, EPC/PALS required within six (6) months of hire.
One (1) year recent experience preferred.
Previous ED experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers.
Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations.
Ability to adjust actions in relation to others to offer best possible care to patients.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time) CLIMB - LADDER LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) SIT WALK - LEVEL SURFACE WALK - INCLINE CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs SQUAT Repetitive ROTATE TRUNK Standing PULL (20-40 pounds force) PULL (40 - 60 pounds force) ROTATE TRUNK Sitting REACH - Upward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds STAND BEND FORWARD at waist REACH - Forward GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PUSH (40-60 pounds force) PUSH (60 or more pounds force) Location: Samaritan Health Services · PCH Emergency Schedule: Per Diem, Varies