What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Department Technician position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
Responsible for rendering technical patient care and assistance to assigned patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Treatment rooms and the storeroom are appropriately stocked with supplies to ensure prompt patient treatment.
- Organizes and prioritizes technical patient services delivered according to Medical Center and department policies and procedures.
- Implements actions to ensure efficient and effective services to patients according to department policies and procedures.
- Applies principles of safety and infection control to ensure the safety of patients and staff according to Medical Center and department policies and procedures.
- Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per department policy.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation Range : $15.07 - $23.36 Hourly
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education : High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience : No experience required
Licensure : Must be State Certified as one of the following : EMT-B EMT-C EMT-ST or EMT-P. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending / stooping / traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift / push / pull >
100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, humidity, cold, heat, radiation, outdoor climate, blood / body fluids, infectious disease, noise and dust.
The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $15 - $23
