Location: Middletown,CT, USA
Emergency Department Technician - Middletown ED - Sign on Bonus being offered!!
Position Summary
The primary function of the Emergency Department Technician/Unit Secretary is to assist in the care of all Emergency Department patients and patient care duties under the direction of the registered nurse. The ED technician/Unit Secretary has key duties and responsibilities as listed below. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting with activities of daily living, (ex. basic hygiene, toileting, nutrition, etc.), collecting and documenting data points (ex. vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, etc.), performing direct patient observation, reinforcing patient education, provides clinical secretarial support including answering phones, placing calls and arranging transport as needed, and participating in creating a positive environment for patients, families, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
·High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
·Experience ina patient care environment such as a CNA, EMT, Medical Assistant, Nursing Student, Pre-Physician Assistant student or two years working clinically in the hospital setting
·Qualities of accountability, multitasking, organization and good communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
·Hospital experience
·Certification as an EMT, nursing assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT)
·The ideal candidate would possess a strong work ethic, good organizational skills, multitasking, excellence in customer service, ability to work well on a team and strong communication skills.
Comprehensive Benefits Offered
About Middlesex Health
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Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces, and a Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.
All of our nurses at Middlesex have access to professional development opportunities, the ability to participate in a clinical ladder, and shared governance while working to provide the safest, highest-quality care to our patients.