Technician Emergency Room

·         Enters and maintains data for hospital, information for L.A. County through Reddi Net System.

·         Performs general secretarial duties such as typing, filing, mail, phones, etc.

·         Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use.

·         Maintains Emergency Department log .

·         Demonstrates knowledge of “EDITS” Program.

·         Orders supplies as needed.

·         Assists nursing staff with computer order entry.

·         Documents HMO authorizations appropriately.

·         Basic hygiene and nursing care.

·         Patient safety measures.

·         Use of restraints.

·         Vital sign measurement.

·         Intake and Output.

·         Obtaining/transporting of specimens.

·         Stocking of department supply areas.

·         Oxygen administration.

·         Application of non-sterile dressings/binders.

·         Application of orthopaedic immobilization devices.

·         Obtaining 12 Lead EKG’s.

·         Oral suctioning.

·         Point of care testing (urine drip; blood glucose)

·         Phlebotomy (adult/pediatric).

·      Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use.

·      Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use.

·      Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions. Including, but not limited to:

   Blood pressure measurement devices

   Thermometers

   Scales

   Restraints

   Dopplers

   Oxygen administration devices

   Suction devices (wall/portable)

   Glucometers

   EKG Machines

   Pulse oximeters

   Glucometers

   Cardiac monitoring systems

         Perform other duties as assigned.