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Department/Unit:
Emergency Department
Work Shift:
Evening (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$37,440.00 - $48,672.00
Emergency department technicians provide specialized assistance to nurses and physicians. They administer tests with diagnostic exams and therapeutic procedures. ED technicians interact with a substantial number of acutely ill and unstable patients. Albany Medical Center is the only hospital accredited as a Level One trauma center in the Capitol District, providing the highest level of total care for injuries. They are trained to provide lifesaving interventions for traumatic injuries and medical emergencies.
* Assist with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures
* Perform venipuncture to obtain blood specimens
* Assist physicians and nurses with patient care technical support
* Report patient condition to the appropriate supervisor/staff
* Transport patients to other departments
* Obtain and document vital signs, monitor cardiac activity, and use non-invasive blood pressure systems
* Obtain 12-lead EKGs, discontinue peripheral IVs and heparin/saline locks
* Assist with wound care, Foley catheter, and nasogastric tube insertions
* Position patients, apply orthopedic splints and dressings
* Measure and fit crutches and canes; instruct patients on proper use
Qualifications
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* 6 months to 1-year ED technician or EMS experience preferred
* Honest, punctual, and adherent to ethical standards as per AMC and profession
* Effective communication skills with patients, families, and staff
* Physical ability to stand, walk, use hands, and occasionally sit, kneel, or crouch
Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to sensitive information, including HIPAA Protected Health Information, and must be handled according to policies ensuring minimum necessary access and protection from unauthorized disclosure.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Human Resources
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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