Provide direct clinical and support services to patients and families in the Emergency Department under RN supervision. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, assisting with hygiene, and maintaining a safe, equipped clinical environment.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and at least one year of direct patient care experience. Candidates must have completed a relevant training program (EMT, CNA, PCT, or MA) or be currently enrolled in a nursing program.
high schoolprofessional certificateComputer ProficiencyBasic MathBasic Life SupportClinical CompetencyVital Signs MonitoringDirect Patient CarePatient-Centered CareWound DressingPatient Hygiene CareEmergency Medicine Support
Job description
At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our care teams are changing the face of healthcare.
At every level and on every unit, the BMC nursing team is advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients, families, and community.
Join our Magnet® recognized organization as a Emergency Department Technician and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all, so you can deliver the type of care you know your patients deserve.
As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional care for patients begins with caring for our staff.
That’s why you’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth.
There’s never been a better or more exciting time to become a BMC Emergency Department Technician.
Position
Emergency
Department
Technician
Location:
Adult
ED
Schedule: 36
Hours (Nights,
E/O
Weekend,
E/O
Holiday)
Position
SUMMARY: As a Emergency Department Technician in our Emergency Department (ED), you will be a key member of the healthcare team at BMC. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice, our Emergency Department Technicians provide direct clinical and support services. Using our patient-centered care model and uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, you will participate in the delivery of care to our patients and their families. You will also work cooperatively with all healthcare team members to provide a variety of support services to meet patient, family, and staff needs.
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RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the ED and their families.
Clinical services could include, but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and emotional support. Perform a variety of environmental and inventory activities to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the ED. Contribute to the efficient operation of the ED, ensuring quality patient/family clinical outcomes.
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REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma or GED certificate Ability to communicate effectively in English with staff and patients A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from either the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Ability to pass clinical competency testing Physical ability to meet job responsibilities Basic math and computer proficiency At least one year of experience of direct patient care
One of the following: Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed two cycles of clinical rotation Completed an approved Emergency Medical Technician training program Completed an approved Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, or Medical Assistant training program Worked for at least one year as a Certified Nursing
Assistant,
Patient
Care
Technician, or
Medical
Assistant
JOB
BENEFITS: Competitive pay Tuition reimbursement programs Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options High provider-to-patient ratios that often exceed state standards for quality and safety Supportive work environment with a focus on training, development, and growth Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Competitive Pay
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
403(b) Savings Matches
Earned Time Cash Out
Leadership Acceleration Program
Health
System
ABOUT
THE
Emergency
Department
AT
BOSTON
MEDICAL
CENTER: As the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England, BMC is a national model of excellence in emergency medicine. Our ED serves more than 130,000 patients each year, providing 24/7 cutting-edge, comprehensive, team-based emergency medical care. Our team consists of experienced emergency medicine attending physicians and residents, advanced practice providers, emergency nurses, mental health specialists, social workers, and case managers. We have a specialized pediatric emergency department staffed by board certified pediatricians and pediatric emergency medicine specialists. Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.
NursingAsst
Compensation
Range: $24.09- $28.22 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. To avoid becoming a victim of an employment offer scam, please follow these tips from the