Emergency Department Tech (EMT) - 8am-8pm - 60 Hours Every Two Weeks

Job Description

As one of the nation s leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics and primary care practices in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children even those who may never enter our doors through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts. At Nemours, our Associates help us deliver on the promise we make to every family we have the privilege of serving: to treat their child as if they were our own.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive team environment. All Nemours associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day to day work with colleagues, patients and families.
Nemours is seeking an ED Tech (EMT) to join our team in Wilmington, DE. This position is dayshift with every third weekend and holiday rotation. Full Time - 8am to 8pm - 60 Hours Every Two Weeks.
This position is responsible for assisting with general activities of the Emergency Department and assist the health care team with performance of patient care activities, under the direction and guidance of a Registered Nurse.
Essential Functions:

- Attends emergency medical requests as delegated by the RN as they arise; renders emergency assistance to patients as required.

- Assists in the initial management of illness or injury to emergency patients in accordance with specified protocol and procedure.

- Prepares or assists in the preparation of stable patients for intra-hospital transport, ensuring compliance with facility transport regulations, protocol, and procedure under the direction of the RN.

- Provides or assists in the provision of basic direct patient care, as directed by the RN, as required in each individual case.

- Leads, guides, and/or assists in the training of lower level techs and/or tech students, as specifically assigned.


Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent required

- Must be an EMT

- At least one year Emergency Services field experience as an EMT

- Certification as a Nationally Certified EMT Preferred

- Must have CPR certification with the American Heart Association


Our dedication to professionals who are dedicated to children frequently earns Nemours a spot on the list of top workplaces in the communities we serve. Our Associates enjoy comprehensive benefits, including our unique Bridge to a Healthy Future pediatric health plan, an integrated wellness program, opportunities for professional growth, and much more. As an equal opportunity employer, Nemours focuses on the best-qualified applicants for our openings.

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