What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Services Technician-ALS position at UVA Health — Northern Virginia and Culpeper?
Job Description
ER Technician-ALS
Job Code: NU1042
Part Time Midshift 11a-11p, 1p-1a ALS Tech
About Us
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.
JOB TYPE
Classification: Nonexempt
Supervises Positions: No
Job Summary
The Emergency Department Technician Paramedic is to assist with patient care ranging from minor injury and illness to initiating advanced life support measures within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and MD. Integral member of the Emergency Department performing specific technical tasks as outlined on the technician’s skills competency check list. Accurately documents care provided in patient medical record Assists with in-hospital patient transports If certification level appropriate and interested, cross-trains to Ambulance Transport Assists with secretarial duties Stocks patient supplies and assists with inventory Monitors equipment to ensure working order and cleanliness. Enters work orders for broken equipment Cleans patient rooms and equipment between patients Perform IV/IO access Operate mechanical IV Pumps Operate Defibrillator to include cardioversion and cardiac pacing.
Advanced ED Technician Program Management of non-displaced gastrostomy tube Invasive hemodynamic monitoring NG/OG placement. Administer ACLS and PALS medications. Other medications ordered by MD per our Advanced ED Technician Program policy. Other duties as assigned under scope of practice of Virginia as a Paramedic.
Patient Care: Provides and documents assistance to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.
Qualifications
Education: High School or GED required.
Experience: EMTs – 1 year of current documented field experience or one year current healthcare experience
Licensure: EMT-P
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Basic patient assessment skills including primary survey. Basic knowledge of primary interventions. Demonstrated effective communication skills. High level of compassion, desire to help others, and self-confidence. Basic computer knowledge with demonstrated administrative skills.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demand Code: 10A, Emergency Medical
Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand
The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.
Other
ER Technician-ALS
Job Code: NU1042
Part Time Midshift 11a-11p, 1p-1a ALS Tech
About Us
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.
JOB TYPE
Classification: Nonexempt
Supervises Positions: No
Job Summary
The Emergency Department Technician Paramedic is to assist with patient care ranging from minor injury and illness to initiating advanced life support measures within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and MD. Integral member of the Emergency Department performing specific technical tasks as outlined on the technician’s skills competency check list. Accurately documents care provided in patient medical record Assists with in-hospital patient transports If certification level appropriate and interested, cross-trains to Ambulance Transport Assists with secretarial duties Stocks patient supplies and assists with inventory Monitors equipment to ensure working order and cleanliness. Enters work orders for broken equipment Cleans patient rooms and equipment between patients Perform IV/IO access Operate mechanical IV Pumps Operate Defibrillator to include cardioversion and cardiac pacing.
Advanced ED Technician Program Management of non-displaced gastrostomy tube Invasive hemodynamic monitoring NG/OG placement. Administer ACLS and PALS medications. Other medications ordered by MD per our Advanced ED Technician Program policy. Other duties as assigned under scope of practice of Virginia as a Paramedic.
Patient Care: Provides and documents assistance to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse.
- Assists in room turnaround, including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment.
- Organizes supplies and equipment as needed.
- Obtains and documents vital signs as prescribed.
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members.
- Resolves conflicts independently as appropriate.
- Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques.
- Adheres to safety measures.
Qualifications
Education: High School or GED required.
Experience: EMTs – 1 year of current documented field experience or one year current healthcare experience
Licensure: EMT-P
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Basic patient assessment skills including primary survey. Basic knowledge of primary interventions. Demonstrated effective communication skills. High level of compassion, desire to help others, and self-confidence. Basic computer knowledge with demonstrated administrative skills.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demand Code: 10A, Emergency Medical
Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand
The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.
Other
- May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
- On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
- Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
