Emergency Department Technician, Adult Emergency Department (24 Hours, Nights, Every Other Weekend and Holiday)

Position: Emergency Department Technician

Location: Adult Emergency Department

Schedule: 24 Hours (Nights / Every Other Weekend and Holiday)

ABOUT THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER:

As the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England, BMC is a national model of excellence in emergency medicine. Our ED serves more than 130,000 patients each year, providing 24/7 cutting-edge, comprehensive, team-based emergency medical care.

Our team consists of experienced emergency medicine attending physicians and residents, advanced practice providers, emergency nurses, mental health specialists, social workers, and case managers. We have a specialized pediatric emergency department staffed by board certified pediatricians and pediatric emergency medicine specialists.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail toTalentacquisition@bmc.orgor call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Emergency Department Technician in our Emergency Department (ED), you will be a key member of the healthcare team at BMC. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice, our Emergency Department Technicians provide direct clinical and support services. Using our patient-centered care model and uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, you will participate in the delivery of care to our patients and their families. You will also work cooperatively with all healthcare team members to provide a variety of support services to meet patient, family, and staff needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the ED and their families.

• Clinical services could include, but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and emotional support.

• Perform a variety of environmental and inventory activities to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the ED.

• Contribute to the efficient operation of the ED, ensuring quality patient/family clinical outcomes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A high school diploma or GED certificate

• A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from either the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

• Ability to pass clinical competency testing

• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities

• Basic math and computer proficiency

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  One of the following:

  One year of previous experience as a Emergency Department Technician in an acute hospital setting

  Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed two cycles of clinical rotation

  Completed an approved Emergency Department Technician training

  Completed an approved Emergency Department Technician training

  One year of previous experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult ED positions only)

  
  

• Fluency in another language a plus

• Previous medical/surgical experience preferred

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay

• Tuition reimbursement programs

• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• High provider-to-patient ratios that often exceed state standards for quality and safety

• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, development, and growth

• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasinginclusion and diversityat the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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