Overview:
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Responsibilities:
As an Emergency Room Technician, you will deliver patient care and perform clinical procedures within the scope of your licensure under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Provider.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
* Assisting in implementing each patient's plan of care by performing common clinical procedures and other tasks within your scope of practice
* Assisting with observation of patients, gathering data and identifying patient care needs
* Responding to emergency situations
* Assisting with patient transport and transfer
* Assisting with cleaning, stocking and maintenance of department equipment and supplies
* Adhering to safety and risk management standards
* Assisting with clerical and communication tasks to support patient care
Qualifications:
Education/Work Experience Requirements:
High school diploma (or GED equivalent) and completion of one of the following that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities:
* Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program OR
* Medical Assistant program OR
* Certified Nursing Assistant program OR
* Licensed Practical Nurse program OR
* Paramedic (EMG) Program OR
* Military Hospital Corpsman program (with validation) OR
* Completion of one year of nursing school.
Licensure/Certification:
* At hire, a candidate must have one of the following, current and recorded by the Washington State:
* Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Washington State Nursing Commission, OR
* Current registration as a Registered Nursing Assistant (RNA) by the Washington State Nursing Commission, OR
* Current certification as a Medical Assistant-Cert (MAC) by Washington State; OR
* Current Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
* An incumbent must maintain at least one clinical licensure (above) after hire.
* Employees that possess a CNA or RNA license at the time of hire must submit an application to the Washington State Department of Health for Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy (MA-P) certification within 90 days of hire as evidenced by a proof of payment receipt. Certification must be received within 6 months of hire in the position and maintained as current thereafter in addition to their CNA or RNA license.
* At hire, current healthcare provider BLS certification. Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
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