What are the responsibilities and job description for the ER Tech/Unit Clerk - Temporary position at Tahoe Forest Health System?
Bargaining Unit: EA
Rate of Pay: $25.78/hour DOE Shift Differential
Summary
Under the direct supervision of the attending RN, performs various direct patient care activities and related clerical and non-technical duties necessary in caring for the needs and comforts of patient; assists in the maintenance of a safe environment; functions as a cooperative, active member of the Health Care Team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Follows patient care standards, work within scope of practice.
- Delivers direct patient care.
- Maintains clean and safe environment.
- Assists, anticipate needs of RN/MD.
- Collects and documents data about patient on the Unit.
- Assists in admission, discharge and transfer procedure(s).
- Makes copies of labs, EKGs, patient charts when appropriate; sends faxes for medical record releases.
- Helps in the making of beds and stocking of linens, drawers, IV trays; helps with the processing of paperwork.
- Backs up registration staff (i.e. answers phones, directs patients/visitors who present at the front desk).
- Assists in transporting patients.
- Answers phones in a timely manner; places calls as needed to physicians, hospitals, etc. as requested to facilitate patient care.
- Utilizes equipment properly.
- Enters orders.
- Participates in Event Reporting
- Follows Patient Care Standards.
- Enters/checks ER patient charges and makes corrections when necessary.
- Maintains clean and safe environment.
- Picks up ER mail daily and sorts.
- Practices cost effective use of supplies; orders supplies, including ordering supplies for the ski areas.
- Contributes to the goals and visions of the staff at Tahoe Forest Hospital and actively supports them in daily work.
- Pursues professional growth and contributes personal expertise to the development of the team.
- Keeps Rand information current and physician business cards on file.
- Transports patients.
- Assists those patients requiring help with ambulation.
- Patient rounding including vital signs.
- Provides general basic patient care.
- Answers call bells or uses intercom to determine patient needs and advises nurse of needs beyond scope of position.
- Accurately completes requisitions for ordered exams.
- Delivers samples to Lab.
- Makes appointments as necessary and documents same.
- Assists patients to dress and undress and cares of patient belongings.
- Restocks linen and supplies to exam room.
- Answers and places telephone calls as directed.
- Immediately reports any observed changes in condition or behavior of patients.
- Documents in an acceptable medical legal fashion.
- Immediately reports any unusual incidents.
- Demonstrates good judgment in implementing patient safety measures and documenting interventions in the chart in accordance with policies.
- Seeks educational opportunities to expand skills and competency in areas worked.
- Takes direction well from different staff/EMS personnel.
- Able to work as an effective team member.
- Knowledge of equipment operation and safety.
- Back fills to complete shift assignments if patient load permits.
- Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
- Complies with System policies and procedures.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses, Certifications
Required: BLS and EMT 1 or greater.
Preferred: One year field and/or hospital experience.
Salary : $26
