Emergency Department Technician

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Are you someone who thrives in a healthcare environment, values community well-being, and enjoys the administrative side of medical operations? If so, Monadnock Community Hospital (MCH) in Peterborough New Hampshire is excited to invite you to apply for the position of ED technician. At MCH, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, and this role is essential to achieving that mission.

As the Emergency Department Technician at MCH, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation of our Emergency Department. Your commitment to detail, organization, and compassionate patient care will make a meaningful impact.

This position supports the clinical and operational functions of the department. Provides patient care within the scope of practice as defined by NH Board of Nursing and is under the supervision and direction of the RN. Assists in improvement of the patient flow process by triaging, assisting patients with ADL's, transporting to ancillary departments and trained in performing EKG's and phlebotomy.

• Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member.

• Communicates in an effective and efficient manner with all documentation, and will all coworkers, patients, visitors and physicians.

• Recognizes and reports concerns to the Registered Nurse.

• Assists RN and physicians/advanced practitioners with examinations and treatments as requested.

• Performs and assists with technical skills as defined in scope of practice and as in services, including crutch adjustments, dressing changes, splint or cast application.

• Prepares equipment for procedures as directed.

• Adheres to hospital policy addressing standard precautions, safety regulations and guidelines.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served.

• Assists patients from vehicles into wheelchair or gurney as needed and provides transportation to patients from the Emergency Department to other patient care units.

• Responds to patient and visitor questions and needs immediately and within established standards.

• Maintains patient comfort and privacy.

• Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures; monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed.

• Participates in continuing education, department in service meetings and performance improvement activities.

• Maintains policies and procedures as established by the department.

• Assists in cost containment through the appropriate use and conservation of supplies and equipment.

• Enters and verifies orders in the computer system. Documents the time orders were placed in the computer on the ED record.

• Performs venipuncture to obtain venous specimens for diagnostic testing and delivers to the laboratory.

• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to determine phlebotomy technique appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.

• Obtains EKGs as ordered, entering pertinent clinical history and data into the machine, positioning the patient properly and following established protocols to achieve test results of diagnostic quality and promptly share the EKG with physician and nurse when completed.

• Adheres to safety practices, reports accidents/hazards and maintains equipment as outlined in hospital policies.

Will cross train as unit coordinator

Competitive salary based on experience.

This is a per diem position

About Our Benefits:

Amazing people deserve amazing benefits.

We strive to employ and retain the most highly qualified individuals by providing equitable wages and benefits, promoting from within, and supporting the continuing education efforts of our staff.

You will be valued and rewarded for the work you do here with excellent pay and outstanding benefits. At MCH, you'll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth.

Per diem employees enjoy:

• Free membership to local gym
• Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth
• Retirement savings plan

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About Monadnock Community Hospital:

Reach new heights at Monadnock Community Hospital.

MCH is a critical access hospital in beautiful, historic Peterborough, New Hampshire.

For 100 years, we have provided outstanding care to our communities, earning a reputation for excellence that has made us one of New Hampshire's most successful and beloved small hospitals.

Join a culture of Compassion, Collaboration, Honesty, and Respect

Our employees are the heart and soul of Monadnock Community Hospital.

In every department and at every level, MCH employees go above and beyond to deliver an exceptional patient experience in an atmosphere that is healthy, friendly, respectful, and personally fulfilling.

About the Monadnock Region:

A great place to live, work, and play.

One of the best things about working at Monadnock Community Hospital is that you get to live in a community that offers an amazing quality of life.

The state of New Hampshire consistently ranks in the Top Ten of all American states for its overall quality of life. Towns are small and friendly here, crime is low, schools are good, and the air and water are clean.

Balance meaningful work with a great life.

Here in the Monadnock Region, you can enjoy a standard of living that is hard to match anywhere. Let's start with our mountain for which we are named.

Around the 3,165 foot Mount Monadnock with 100-mile views are forests, woods, lakes, and protected rivers providing abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, cross-country skiing – you name it

And if you're into the arts, the region also offers a lively arts scene, with galleries, theatres, and concert venues.

• New England community spirit
• Family-friendly
• Arts and culture
• All-season outdoor recreation
• Just 1.5 hours to Boston

Are you ready for a great job in a great place?

Are you ready for a career the supports your aspirations?

Are you ready to work in the best place you've ever lived?

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Our small hospital is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.