Henry Ford Health

Inserting neuro-gastric tubes and attaches it to the ordered drainage.. Recognizes potentially life-threatening dysrhythmias and abnormal vital signs and reports same to RN/provider. One of the following certifications/programs required: B-EMT, Graduate from a formal Medical Assistant program.. OR one (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience in lieu of the above completed certification/program.. (Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services.

technical assistant

Assist with patient care based on individual needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician.


PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists RNs and physicians with assessments, examinations and treatments as requested. The following list of treatments/examinations is not inclusive and may vary by Business Unit:
Drawing blood and collection of specimens
EKG’s
Splint/immobilizers application.
Taking vital signs on adults and pediatric patients
Inserting neuro-gastric tubes and attaches it to the ordered drainage.
Urethral catherizations of adult patients
Application of sterile dressings
Starting unmedicated IV’s in Category II
Discontinuance of peripheral IV’s
Recognizes potentially life-threatening dysrhythmias and abnormal vital signs and reports same to RN/provider
Documents patient care performed, including vital signs.
Cleans equipment, monitor stock, and restocks equipment and supplies as required.
Assists in ordering routine equipment; maintains sufficient quantities of stretchers, wheelchairs, suction equipment, etc. in ER area.
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
One of the following certifications/programs required: B-EMT, Graduate from a formal Medical Assistant program. Completion of a formal nursing education program. Completion of a formal medical doctor education program. OR one (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience in lieu of the above completed certification/program.
Successful completion of a 180-day orientation period required.
EMT license preferred.
Interested in learning more about careers with HFH? Please contact me at 313-410-4699 or https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/JohnPoma@henryfordhealthsystem.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan. With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more at henryford.com.
Benefits
Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or
making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry
Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice
Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are
dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance
and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an
employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program
(Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is
committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to
race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,
weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,
or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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