Emergency Technician

Description

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description

Job Title: Emergency Technician

Job Code: 290

Hours: 7a-7:30p, two 12-hour shifts per week

FTE: 0.6

Weekend Schedule: Rotating

Holiday Schedule: Rotating

Call Schedule: N/A

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department Name: Emergency Department

Department Code: 6780

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY:

An Emergency Department (ED) Technician provides crucial, direct support to clinical staff up to their licensure level (EMT-B, AEMT, Paramedic and LNA) in fast-paced emergency settings. Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing EKGs, drawing blood, splinting injuries, assisting with procedures, and managing patient transport, all while maintaining clean, stocked rooms. 

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The Emergency Department is a Level III facility according to the guidelines of the Accreditation Manual for Hospitals. The 14-bed unit is always open 24 hours a day with at least one physician on duty and a roster of on-call physicians and specialists available within thirty minutes. Registered nurses staff the department. All nurses are ACLS/PALS/BLS certified. The patient population includes patients of all ages, and care provided ranges from definitive treatment of non-urgent, urgent and emergent medical and surgical conditions to stabilization and transport of the critically ill or injured. Birthing Center nursing staff are available for consultation or to assist in the care of neonates, infants and obstetrical patients.

JOB SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

ED Technicians perform a wide variety of tasks under the direct supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and physicians. 

Clinical Care & Monitoring:

• Obtaining and recording vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation).
• Performing diagnostic tests such as 12-lead EKGs and point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose levels).
• Drawing blood (phlebotomy) and collecting other laboratory specimens (urine, stool, sputum).
• Monitoring patients and reporting any significant changes in patient status.
• Identifies patients accurately before starting procedures/ providing services.  
• Procedural Assistance:
• Assisting with trauma resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
• Performing basic wound care, including irrigation, dressing changes, and assisting with sutures or staples.
• Applying orthopedic splints, slings, and immobilizers; fitting patients for crutches or canes.

Departmental & Patient Support:

• Transporting patients within the hospital for tests or admissions.
• Stocking treatment rooms and procedure carts with medical supplies.
• Maintaining a clean, safe environment by changing linens and sanitizing equipment.
• Answering patient call lights and assisting with basic hygiene or mobility needs. 
• Answers the telephone in a professional manner and assists with the unit coordinator’s duties.

Professional Conduct:

• Consistently complies with all policies, procedures, and regulations related to patient safety, professional ethics, infection control, age-specific care, and patient/family education. 
• Actively engages in quality and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery. 
• Adheres to hospital policy by accurately and continuously documenting all aspects of patient care in the electronic medical record, while integrating effective pain management principles into care delivery.
• Reports incidents, as outlined per policy including potential errors and near misses.

Collaboration:

• Collaborates with members of the healthcare team to ensure patients are informed and actively involved in decisions regarding their care and treatment. 
• Communicates effectively with staff across departments to address patient needs and identify potential safety concerns. 
• Keeps patients and families informed about any delays in care in a timely and compassionate manner. 
• Conducts regular rounding on patients within the department to promote safety and ensure their needs are consistently met.
• Communication:
• Introduce yourself and your role (AIDET)
• Use clear respectful communication across disciplines
• The use of closed-loop communication to ensure understanding.

Requirements

EDUCATION:

• High School Graduate.
• Completion of educational program required for licensure or certification.

EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS:

• 2 or more years of EMS experience preferred. Basic EMT/ Advance EMT/ Paramedic levels
• Certified LNA

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S):

• Current Healthcare CPR Certification required
• Vermont/National EMT certification
• Valid Vermont LNA certification required.

OSHA CATEGORY:

• OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

• Standing 
• Walking 
• Sitting 
• Talking or Hearing 

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

• Up to 30 pounds 

This position has vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Hearing.

• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The typical noise level for an office environment is:

• Quiet
• Moderate Noise

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources. 

**This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support operations.**

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.