Emergency Medical Technician (Days) - Emergency Services

Emergency Medical Technician (Days) - Emergency Services

Hiring Department: Emergency Services

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024092

Posting Close Date: 5/20/24

Position Number: CF0919

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.  In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .

Description:

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse/Physician administers direct patient care. Performs a variety of clinical and clerical services in support of department operations. The Emergency Medical Technician recognizes the needs and behaviors of newborns to geriatric patients and utilizes knowledge in planning and interventions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care Tasks:
  • Assists nursing/medical staff with tasks related to preliminary assessment, education, and documentation of patient condition and the presenting health complaint including:
    • Obtaining vital signs
    • Obtaining pertinent health information
    • Administration of specialized tests as ordered (i.e.: EKG, Visual Acuity, POCT)
    • Informing patient of test preparations and directions to diagnostic/treatment areas
  • Assists medical/nursing staff with tasks related to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures appropriate to experience, training and skill level including:
    • Wound care
    • Splint application
    • Application of oxygen
    • Application of cardiac monitor
    • Performance of 12-lead EKGs
  • CPR
  • Responds to patient inquiries (both in person and by telephone) and relays information to the appropriate clinical staff based on the nature of the inquiry.
  • Transports or accompanies patients as directed.
  • Assists patients/families to reduce or manage stress and facilitates adaptive coping mechanisms.
  • Provides care that demonstrates ethical beliefs and respect for patient rights.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

• Indirect Patient Care Tasks:
  • Performs collection and processes patient specimens.
  • Performs CQI activities (i.e.: POCT quality controls, QA audits)
  • Maintains patient care environment in compliance with safety and infection control requirements including but not limited to monitoring usage of linen and supplies, disposal of soiled and used patient care supplies, sterilization of equipment.
  • Manages supplies and linens
• Organizational Tasks:
  • Supports the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System (UIHHSS) and the Nursing Services
  • Utilizes established communication channels to resolve work related problems.
  • Takes initiative in decision making for supply management or patient care related issues.
  • Ensures that the environment is clean, attractive, safe, and free from hazards for patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Understands and demonstrates principles of UIHHSS values.
  • Works cooperatively with coworkers, Patient Care Director/Nurse Manager, Physicians and other customers.
  • Acts as change agent assisting nursing staff to achieve unit goals.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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