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Tufts Medicine ER Tech in Lowell, Massachusetts
At Lowell General Hospital / Tufts Medicine, we’re saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. Ready to grow with us?
ER Tech performs a variety of tasks directly related to patient care. Maintains a clean and well stocked environment to support patient care. May be trained in secretarial duties specific to the ED. Must understand order entry, activation of trauma, angioplasty and use of computer system and associated applications.
Hours: Part-Time / 36 hours a week / 7am-7pm / eow
Performs the following:
• Maintains supplies, stocking assigned areas with supplies and linen
• Stocks specialty trays as used
• Empty hampers
• Cleaning of beds between patients
• Washes stretchers and other areas during downtime
• 1:1 monitors in the psychiatric/at risk patient in the Emergency Department maintaining safety. Use of therapeutic communication in accordance with Non-violent Crisis intervention training.
• Provides transportation of patients using appropriate mode:
◦ Ambulatory
◦ Wheelchair
◦ Stretcher
• Performs all clerical duties involved with ordering labs, x-ray’s, EKG’s and procedures.
• Answers phone and places calls as needed using proper professional etiquette.
• Simple dressings, wound care
• Applies approved Orthopedic Splints/Dressings and crutch walking
• Assists with care and ADL’s for all patients in the ED.
• Assists patients when brought into room by undressing, connecting monitor, BP and O2 Sat as directed.
• Performs CPR
• Transport to and from Helipad
Requirements:
• This position requires a High School Diploma/GED
• EMT or ED experience preferred
What We Offer:
• Competitive salaries & benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
• Opportunities for growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking
About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
About Tufts Medicine
A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.
Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org .