Bon Secours is a faith‑based, patient‑focused organization committed to enhancing the health and well‑being of all people in mind, body, and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect. Bon Secours seeks people who are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
ED Tech - 620T11 – Maryview Medical Center
Job Summary
The ED Tech provides direct patient care under the guidance of a RN or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Essential Functions
* Provides basic patient care and tasks to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, assists with mobility, performs lab draws, ECG’s, basic wound care, and other unit‑based specialty duties under the direction of an RN.
* Completes patient rounding as assigned.
* Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.
* Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.
* Provides high level customer service to all patients, patients’ families, community providers, visitors, and employees.
* Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.
* Participates in handoff report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
* Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
* Collects data, within scope.
* Completes patient screenings as applicable.
* Promotes quality and safety by seeking to continually improve the processes and systems to enhance patient care delivery.
* Demonstrates the ability to work independently, problem solve, and resolve conflict while working under considerable stress.
* Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures.
Education
* High School Diploma or GED (required)
Required Licensing & Certifications
* BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
* Current certification for Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Medical Assisting (preferred)
Experience
* Previous experience working as a Patient Care Tech, within a nursing support role, or previous healthcare experience or second‑year nursing student from a Registered Nurse (RN) program (preferred)
Skills & Abilities
* Computer Literacy
* Monitor patient conditions during treatment
* Inform medical professional regarding patient conditions and care
* Record patients’ medical history
* Sterile Field step
* CPR
* Straight Urine Catheterization
* Ear Irrigation
* Patient positioning
* Patient transport
* Customer service
* Patient care
* Phlebotomy
* Perform EKG
* Splinting
* Wound care
* Obtaining vital signs, including manual blood pressure
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving
* Working independently
* Working under pressure
* Critical thinking
* Communication
* Teamwork
* Conflict resolution
* Active listening
* Relationship building
* Empathy
Training
None
What We Offer
* Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
* Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
* Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
* Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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