EMT / ER Technician
North Mississippi Health Services
Tupelo, MS

**Summary:** The Emergency Services Tech, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, performs routine specimen collections, electrocardiographs, routine tests, patient care functions and technical procedures for which appropriate training and competency is maintained.
**Patient care:**

* Performs phlebotomy, EKG’s, patient transport, splints, CPR.
* Operates and maintains equipment properly, performs testing with efficiency.
* Obtains and documents vital signs, intake and output amounts, and other as designated, collects specimens as required.
* Must be able to prioritize duties according to current policy.
* Performs sterile urethral catheterizations. 
* Conducts self in a proficient and professional manner.
* Compliant with HIPAA regulations at all times
* Assist with turning, lifting, and positioning patients to prepare for exams and procedures.
* Supports and promotes an environment that was conductive to quality customer service.
* Responds to emergency situations in hospital according to current policy.
* Properly documented all procedures as required.
* Obtains equipment or supplies as necessary for patient care. Assist with preparing rooms between patients, cleaning, restocking, and preparing area.
* Assist physicians and nurses with physical examinations and treatment.
* Transports patients to other departments in the hospital and off campus. Note: May transport patients with IV fluids including IV antibiotics.  
* Maintains clean work area in patient rooms.
* Provides wound care – shaves, preps, cleans, and dresses as directed – utilizing sterile technique.

**Transport:**   Provides safe appropriate level care transport of patients (emergency and routine).
**Communication:**   Maintains appropriate verbal communication with team members to provide care to patient.