About this Emergency Room Tech - Potsdam, NY role at Rochester Regional Health
Job Title: Emergency Room Tech
Department: Emergency
Location: Canton - Potsdam Hospital, Potsdam, NY
Hours Per Week: per diem
Schedule: 12 hour variable work shift, 6:45a- 7:15 pm, 0945am -1015 pm, 0645 pm- 715 am
SUMMARY:
Provides direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans as determined/delegated by a licensed nurse or Practitioner. Assists with tasks necessary for the general organization of the ED Dept., being flexible meeting patient and/or unit needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct patient care and indirect activities to facilitate smooth running ED
Provide safe and competent care of patients, to include ambulation, transferring or lifting of patients
Take patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and pain level
Document vital signs and EKG information in the EMR
Assist with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients within the Hospital
Order/rotate stock in ED ensuring products are not overstocked or expired; restock ER rooms
Provide CPR during emergency “code” situations
Perform EKG’s on ED patients as ordered by Practitioner
Perform blood collection procedures by venipuncture
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma
Safe Patient Handling training (can be obtained on the job required within one month of hire
BLS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EKG experience preferred
Phlebotomy experience
Medical Terminology
UNION:
1199-721 SEIU (CPH) LPN & TechnicalNote: Not all per diem roles are union eligible
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$21.95 - $31.33The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
