**Description** PeaceHealth is seeking a Emergency Department Technician for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.47 – $32.21. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. **Job Summary** This position is responsible for performing direct patient care activities within his/her scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician in the Emergency Department. **Essential Functions** + Assists nursing staff and other care team members with patient care: receiving patients by ambulance and from triage; assisting with ambulatory patients; setting up and assisting with procedures; obtaining patient vital signs; dressing or undressing patients; providing treatment supplies when needed; application of sterile dressings; restraint procedures; immobilization of extremities; cast and splint applications; patient transport. + Performs basic patient observation skills and reports significant changes in patient condition to the appropriate team member. Observation of secluded or restrained patients. + Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs. Assist in keeping patient care areas and equipment clean. + Performs clerical and communication functions to support departmental operations and patient care. + Order entry and results retrieval in the computer system. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **Education** + Accredited Program Required: Acute Care Certified Nursing Assistant or + Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant or + Accredited Program Required: Emergency Medical Technician. **Experience** + Minimum of 1 year Required: Work experience as a Certified or Registered Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT and + Preferred: Prior acute care hospital experience and + Preferred: Previous leadership/supervisory experience and + Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs **Credentials** + Required: Certified Nurse Assistant - Washington (Washington Requirement) or + Required: Emergency Medical Tech - Washington (Washington Requirement) or + Required: Certified Medical Assistant - Washington (Washington Requirement) and + May be required: Medical Assistant Phlebotomist - Washington (Washington Requirement) and + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support **Skills** + Completion of ED specific competency-based education (Required) + Strong communication skills (Required) + Critical thinking skills (Required) + Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills (Required) + Strong customer service skills (Required) + Sufficient knowledge of English, spelling and arithmetic to complete and compile reports, make out requisitions, maintain simple records and perform various clerical duties (Required) + Proficient computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required) **Department / Location Specific Notes** Washington: + If hired prior to October 1, 1997, may qualify for this position with a Registered Nursing Assistant designation from the state of Washington. Peace Island Medical Center: + Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of WA required. + WA State Food Handlers Permit required. + Will perform environmental services, security assistance and emergency response duties as needed. + Successfully completes non-violent crisis intervention training during orientation and renews training as outlined in policy. + Minimum of one year of work experience as a Certified or Registered Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT preferred. **Working Conditions** Lifting + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. + Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. + Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping. + Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs. + Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force. Environmental Conditions + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. + Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. + Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting. Mental/Visual + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. 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