Emergency Services Technician
Primary Location Bellevue, Washington
Worker Location Onsite
Facility Bellevue Medical Center
Job Number 1319607 Date posted 11/07/2024
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Description:
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.
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 a 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
- Interim Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) within 4 months of hire
- 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.
Primary Location: Washington,Bellevue,Bellevue Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Day
Workdays: Variable, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Working Hours Start: 07:00 AM
Working Hours End: 07:30 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: J02|SEIU|SEIU Local 1199 Service Unit
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Bellevue Medical Center - Urgent Care - 1130
Pay Range: $24.47 - $36.46 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
