What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Department Technician position at Northern Dutchess Hospital?
Job Summary:
Northern Dutchess Hospital seeks a dedicated and skilled Emergency Department Technician to join our healthcare team. As a key member of the ER team, you will work collaboratively with nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide direct patient care, maintain a safe and efficient ER environment, and perform various administrative tasks.
About Northern Dutchess Hospital:
We are part of Nuvance Health, a network of hospitals and outpatient facilities in Connecticut and New York. Our goal is to deliver high-quality patient care and exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities:
- Obtain patient registration information and enter it into the computer system
- Perform order entry, including charges and reprinting orders
- Assist with admitting patients and restocking emergency department supplies
- Conduct vital signs, EKGs, bandaging, and other ER tech skills competently
- Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Maintain patient records, charts, and logs
- Participate in ongoing education and training programs to enhance job performance
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Previous medical background or EMS training preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification beneficial
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Northern Dutchess Hospital seeks a dedicated and skilled Emergency Department Technician to join our healthcare team. As a key member of the ER team, you will work collaboratively with nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide direct patient care, maintain a safe and efficient ER environment, and perform various administrative tasks.
About Northern Dutchess Hospital:
We are part of Nuvance Health, a network of hospitals and outpatient facilities in Connecticut and New York. Our goal is to deliver high-quality patient care and exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities:
- Obtain patient registration information and enter it into the computer system
- Perform order entry, including charges and reprinting orders
- Assist with admitting patients and restocking emergency department supplies
- Conduct vital signs, EKGs, bandaging, and other ER tech skills competently
- Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Maintain patient records, charts, and logs
- Participate in ongoing education and training programs to enhance job performance
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Previous medical background or EMS training preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification beneficial
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
