Job Description

Emergency Services Technician at Kaiser summary:

Emergency Services Technicians support nursing staff by performing patient care duties such as obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, basic wound care, and assisting with orthopedic appliances under supervision. They document care in electronic medical records, maintain supplies, and practice sterile and isolation techniques to ensure patient safety and comfort. This role requires clinical experience, certification as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist, strong communication skills, and knowledge of emergency services protocols.

WEEK 1: MON, TUES. WEEK 2: SUN, MON, TUES

Job Summary:

Assists nursing staff by performing designated duties related to patient care in a manner conducive to their safety, comfort, and welfare. Adheres to instructions given by the nursing/medical staff and performs only those duties as described in the EST skills list and in accordance with established standards. All care provided is documented per department standards. Demonstrates strong communication skills in dealing with staff and consumers, and projects a professional demeanor. Participates in classes and skills labs, continuing education, and current CPR certification.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assists nursing staff by performing designated duties related to patient care in a manner conducive to their safety, comfort, and welfare (obtains vital signs, EKGs, basic wound care, etc). Documents care in electronic medical record.


• Maintains supplies per department standards.


• Demonstrates good knowledge and practice of sterile and isolation techniques.


• Assists with instructing patient in crutch walking.


• Applies splints and orthopedic appliances under the direction of the RN or practitioner. Functions as a phlebotomist as directed by the RN or practitioner.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience in an emergency department or urgent care setting.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

• High School Diploma OR General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certificate (Washington) within 4 months of hire AND Registered Medical Assistant (Washington) within 4 months of hire

OR

• Interim Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) within 4 months of hire

OR

• Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) required at hire

• Basic Life Support required at hire

Additional Requirements:

• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge and skill in emergency services protocols, patient safety, and clinical standards.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, visitors, and clinical staff.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of clinical experience in an emergency department or urgent care setting.
• Medical Assistant-Certified credential or Interim Medical Assistant-Certified credential by date of hire/transfer.
• Washington State Department of Health issued credential. Interim credential expires one (1) year from date of issuance.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
• EMT training.
• MA training.

PrimaryLocation : Washington,Seattle,Capitol Hill Main Building
HoursPerWeek : 30
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Sun
WorkingHoursStart : 07:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 07:30 PM
Job Schedule : Part-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : J02|SEIU|SEIU Local 1199 Service Unit
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Clinical Support
Department : Central Campus South - Urgent Care - 1130
Travel : No
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

Keywords:

emergency services, patient care, vital signs, EKG, wound care, phlebotomy, medical assistant, clinical support, sterile techniques, emergency department

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Interim role, Local area, Shift work,

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