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Samaritan Health Services

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Oregon

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma, Oregon CNA Level 2, EMT/AEMT certification, BLS, computer skills, and preferably one year of recent or ED experience.
  • You will assist with patient admissions in the Emergency Department, perform clerical duties, and support patient care for all ages under the direction of medical staff.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • One (1) of the following required:
  • Current unencumbered Oregon CNA Level 2 - Acute Care designation certification.
  • Current unencumbered Oregon EMT, AEMT or EMT-I.
  • Healthcare Provider BLS required.
  • Experience or training in computer applications required.
  • One (1) year recent experience preferred. Previous ED experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assists with patient admissions, outpatients, and inpatients for the Emergency Department, and other clinical areas of the hospital as needed. Responsible for the clerical duties associated with patient care and assists with patient care (newborn to geriatric) as directed by the Emergency Department Manager, Medical Director and specific unit delegates.

FAQs

What is the primary role of an ER Tech I?

The primary role of an ER Tech I is to assist with patient admissions, outpatients, and inpatients for the Emergency Department, as well as handling clerical duties associated with patient care and assisting with patient care from newborns to geriatrics.

What educational qualifications are preferred for this position?

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred for the ER Tech I position.

What certifications are required for an ER Tech I?

One of the following certifications is required: Current unencumbered Oregon CNA Level 2 - Acute Care designation certification or Current unencumbered Oregon EMT, AEMT or EMT-I. Additionally, a Healthcare Provider BLS certification is required.

Is previous experience in an emergency department preferred?

Yes, previous experience in an emergency department is preferred, along with at least one year of recent experience.

What skills are important for an ER Tech I?

Important skills for an ER Tech I include time management, social perceptiveness, effective communication, and adaptability/flexibility in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

What kind of physical tasks may be required in this role?

The role may require various physical tasks including lifting, pushing, pulling, and manual dexterity, as well as the ability to stand, walk, and perform other movements frequently throughout the shift.

What is the patient demographic that an ER Tech I will work with?

An ER Tech I will work with a diverse population ranging from newborns to geriatric patients.

What is the work environment like in the Emergency Department?

The work environment in the Emergency Department is fast-paced and dynamic, with staff required to care for patients with a wide range of medical conditions, from non-critical to emergent situations.

Are there opportunities for training or advancement within the role?

Opportunities for training and advancement may be available, depending on performance and further certifications pursued within the healthcare field.

Is there a requirement for computer skills for this role?

Yes, experience or training in computer applications is required for the ER Tech I position.

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Samaritan Health Services

Building Healthier Communities Together

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1997
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Thousands of your friends and neighbors make up Samaritan Health Services. We’re a not-for-profit network of hospitals, clinics and health services caring for more than 250,000 residents in the mid-Willamette Valley and central Oregon Coast. We work together to provide innovative medicine and world-class quality in a way that supports the values of the communities we serve. That includes caring for all people, regardless of your ability to pay. Our passion is providing world-class health care to our friends and neighbors. On the job and off, each of us brings the caring and personal commitment to enhance the health of the region we call home. We provide innovative medicine and world-class quality in a way that’s consistent with the values of the places we serve. That includes care and compassion for everyone, regardless of the ability to pay.