Hospitals and Health Care · 501 to 1,000 employees
Adventist Health Central Coast (formerly Tenet Health Central Coast) is proud to serve the Central Coast of California. We offer care through two acute care hospitals, two imaging centers and an expansive primary and specialty care network.
The ED Technician performs essential patient care tasks, including obtaining vital signs, wound care, and IV administration within an Urgent Care setting.
They also assist physicians during medical procedures and manage administrative duties such as referrals and insurance authorizations.
What you need
The role requires a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and proficiency in clinical support tasks.
Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or bachelor's degree, along with EMT or Paramedic certification.
Education: a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree
Key skills
Patient careVital signs monitoringWound careSplintingIV skillsIV medication administrationEmergency assessmentElectronic medical recordsEPICReferral coordinationInsurance authorizationBasic life supportClinical documentation
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Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has
been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised
of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive
cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi
and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive
vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's
close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan
cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or
the Northern California coast.
Job Summary:
Performs tasks (within their scope of practice/licensing requirements) required
to ensure efficient and effective delivery of patient care in the Urgent Care
clinic environment. Functions directly under the supervision and guidance of the
Clinic Nurse Manager. Identifies urgent situations and facilitates appropriate
intervention. Assists physician during procedures when needed.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
* High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
* Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience:
Preferred
* Successful completion of Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization:
Preferred
* Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI): Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
* Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Preferred
* Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved
vendor per AH policy: Required
* Paramedic Certification: Preferred
Facility Specific License/Certifications:
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy:
Required
Essential Functions:
* Provides basic care under the direction and guidance of their provider.
Assists physician during procedures when needed; i.e.: Pap test, lesion
removal, colposcopy, dressing change, etc.
* Rooms patients and obtains vital signs including but not limited to height,
weight, blood pressure, and pulse. Documents vital signs in the EPIC
Electronic Medical Record System.
* Performs wound care, splinting, IV skills (IV starts/infusions and IV
medication administration), and assists during medical emergencies.
* Coordinates and documents referrals to other physicians, or clinics and
tracks that follow up correspondence has been received. Obtains insurance
prior authorizations when needed for radiology procedures such as CT’s,
MRI’s, stress tests, etc.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and
patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required
vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where
applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit
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E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read
the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents
therein.
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving
more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of
care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and
values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and
hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and
talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff,
and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring
health, wholeness and hope.