Emergency Services Technician-ALS

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
United States, Virginia, Culpeper
Apr 14, 2025
ER Technician-ALS Job Code: NU1042 Part Time Midshift 11a-11p, 1p-1a ALS Tech About Us We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. As a UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification: Nonexempt Supervises Positions: No JOB SUMMARY The Emergency Department Technician Paramedic is to assist with patient care ranging from minor injury and illness to initiating advanced life support measures within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and MD. Integral member of the Emergency Department performing specific technical tasks as outlined on the technician's skills competency check list. Accurately documents care provided in patient medical record Assists with in-hospital patient transports If certification level appropriate and interested, cross-trains to Ambulance Transport Assists with secretarial duties Stocks patient supplies and assists with inventory Monitors equipment to ensure working order and cleanliness. Enters work orders for broken equipment Cleans patient rooms and equipment between patients Perform IV/IO access Operate mechanical IV Pumps Operate Defibrillator to include cardioversion and cardiac pacing. Advanced ED Technician Program Management of non-displaced gastrostomy tube Invasive hemodynamic monitoring NG/OG placement. Administer ACLS and PALS medications. Other medications ordered by MD per our Advanced ED Technician Program policy. Other duties as assigned under scope of practice of Virginia as a Paramedic. Patient Care: Provides and documents assistance to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse. Assists/provides patient care throughout the entire patient experience under the direct supervision of the physician and/or the registered nurse. Assists in room turnaround, including appropriate cleaning of equipment, supplies, and environment. Organizes supplies and equipment as needed. Communication:Communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, providers, and all levels of healthcare. Obtains and documents vital signs as prescribed. Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members. Resolves conflicts independently as appropriate. Nursing Expertise:Assists with patient care while complying with Department, Hospital, and Regulatory policies and procedures. Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques. Adheres to safety measures. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School or GED required. Experience: EMTs - 1 year of current documented field experience or one year current healthcare experience Licensure: EMT-P Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Basic patient assessment skills including primary survey. Basic knowledge of primary interventions. Demonstrated effective communication skills.High level of compassion, desire to help others, and self-confidence. Basic computer knowledge with demonstrated administrative skills. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code: 10A, Emergency Medical Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. OTHER May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.