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Extra Help Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Services (Job ID #144299)
Emergency Services
Extra Help
UI Health
Extra Help
Flexible

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) Emergency Services Department is seeking dedicated and talented Emergency Medical Technicians to join their team. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse/Physician administers direct patient care.


The work schedule for this position is nights.

Direct Patient Care Tasks
(a) Assists nursing/medical staff with tasks related to preliminary assessment, education, and documentation of patient condition and the presenting health complaint including:
Obtaining vital signs
Obtaining pertinent health information
Administration of specialized tests as ordered (i.e.: EKG, Visual Acuity, POCT)
Informing patient of test preparations and directions to diagnostic/treatment areas
(b) Assists medical/nursing staff with tasks related to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures appropriate to experience, training and skill level including:
Wound care
Splint application
Application of oxygen
Application of cardiac monitor
Performance of 12-lead EKGs
CPR
(c) Responds to patient inquiries (both in person and by telephone) and relays information to the appropriate clinical staff based on the nature of the inquiry.
(d) Transports or accompanies patients as directed.
(e) Assists patients/families to reduce or manage stress and facilitates adaptive coping mechanisms.
(f) Provides care that demonstrates ethical beliefs and respect for patient rights.
(g) Performs other duties as assigned.
Indirect Patient Care Tasks
(a) Performs collection and processes patient specimens.

(b) Performs CQI activities (i.e.: POCT quality controls, QA audits)
(c) Maintains patient care environment in compliance with safety and infection control requirements including but not limited to monitoring usage of linen and supplies, disposal of soiled and used patient care supplies, sterilization of equipment.
(d) Manages supplies and linens
Organizational Tasks
(a) Supports the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System (UIHHSS) and the Nursing Services
(b) Utilizes established communication channels to resolve work related problems.
(c) Takes initiative in decision making for supply management or patient care related issues.
(d) Ensures that the environment is clean, attractive, safe, and free from hazards for patients, staff, and visitors.
(e) Understands and demonstrates principles of UIHHSS values.
(f) Works cooperatively with coworkers, Patient Care Director/Nurse Manager, Physicians and other customers.
(g) Acts as change agent assisting nursing staff to achieve unit goals.

Qualifications

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

Valid State of Illinois licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Valid State of Illinois driver’s license for the type(s) of emergency medical service vehicle(s) to be operated

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The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899

 

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