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ER Tech

St Joseph Medical Center Tacoma, Washington
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The posted compensation range of $19.88 - $28.45 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-382133 Employment Type Full Time Department Emergency Services Hours/Pay Period 72 Shift Night Weekly Schedule 6:00pm - 6:30am Remote No Category Technician
Overview

CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.

We're proud to share that St Joseph Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. 103 hospitals in Washington were evaluated and 14 met the high standards to be ranked among the best. 

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!


Responsibilities

Job Summary

As an Emergency Room Technician you will delivery patient care and perform clinical procedures within the scope of your licensure under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Provider. Your day-to-day job functions will include: 

  • Assisting with observation of patients gathering data and identifying patient care needs 
  • Responding to emergency situations 
  • Assisting with patient transport and transfer 
  • Assisting with cleaning stocking and maintenance of department equipment and supplies 
  • Adhering to safety and risk management standards 
  • Assisting with clerical and communication tasks to support patient care 

Qualifications

Education/Work Experience Requirements

High school diploma (or GED equivalent) and completion of one of the following that demonstrates attainment of therequisite job knowledge skills/abilities: 

  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program OR 
  • Paramedic (EMG) program OR 
  • Medical Assistant program OR 
  • Certified Nursing Assistant program OR 
  • Licensed Practical Nurse program OR 
  • Military Hospital Corpsman program (with validation) OR 
  • Completion of one year of nursing school. Licensure/Certification 

At hire a candidate must have one of the following current and recorded by the Washington State: 

  • Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Washington State Nursing Commission OR 
  • Current registration as a Registered Nursing Assistant (RNA) by the Washington State Nursing CommissionOR 
  • Current certification as a Medical Assistant-Cert (MAC) by Washington State; OR 
  • Current Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). 
  • An incumbent must maintain at least one clinical licensure (above) after hire. 
  • Employees that possess a CNA or RNA license at the time of hire must submit an application to the WashingtonState Department of Health for Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy (MA-P) certification within 90 days of hire asevidenced by a proof of payment receipt. Certification must be received within 6 months of hire in the positionand maintained as current thereafter in addition to their CNA or RNA license. 
  • At hire current healthcare provider BLS certification.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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