Bon Secours Mercy Health
Emergency Care Tech (ECT) – St. Joseph Warren Hospital
Bon Secours Mercy Health, Warren, Ohio, United States, 44488
Emergency Care Tech (ECT) – St. Joseph Warren Hospital
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Emergency Care Tech (ECT) – St. Joseph Warren Hospital
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Bon Secours Mercy Health .
THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION .
Essential Job Functions
Provides basic patient care and tasks to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, assists with mobility, performs lab draws, ECG’s, basic wound care, and other unit-based specialty duties under the direction of an RN.
Arrives the patient in EPIC. Verifies patient information and places the wristband on the patient.
Completes patient rounding as assigned.
Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.
Provides high‑level customer service to all patients, families, community providers, visitors, and employees.
Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.
Participates in handoff report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
Promotes quality and safety by seeking to continually improve the processes and systems to enhance patient care delivery.
Demonstrates the ability to work independently, problem‑solve, and resolve conflict while working under considerable stress.
Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures.
Licensing / Certification
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire; must obtain from the approved source prior to direct patient care)
Current certification per state requirements for Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Medical Assisting (preferred); STNA (required) or be in nursing school
Education High School Diploma or GED (required).
Work Experience Previous experience as a Patient Care Tech, within a nursing support role or previous healthcare experience, or second‑year nursing student from a Registered Nurse (RN) program (preferred).
Patient Population
Neonates (0‑4 weeks)
Infants (1‑12 months)
Pediatrics (1‑12 years)
Adolescents (13‑17 years)
Adults (18‑64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long‑distance or air travel as needed – not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off‑site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and comply with infection‑control policies.
Skills
Computer literacy
Monitor patient conditions during treatment
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Record patients’ medical history
Sterile field procedure
CPR
Straight‑urine catheterization
Ear irrigation
Patient positioning
Patient transport
Customer service
Phlebotomy
Perform EKG
Splinting
Wound care
Obtaining vital signs, including manual blood pressure
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Working independently
Working under pressure
Critical thinking
Communication
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Empathy
Benefits
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmatively action and equal opportunity employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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Emergency Care Tech (ECT) – St. Joseph Warren Hospital
role at
Bon Secours Mercy Health .
THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION .
Essential Job Functions
Provides basic patient care and tasks to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, assists with mobility, performs lab draws, ECG’s, basic wound care, and other unit-based specialty duties under the direction of an RN.
Arrives the patient in EPIC. Verifies patient information and places the wristband on the patient.
Completes patient rounding as assigned.
Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.
Provides high‑level customer service to all patients, families, community providers, visitors, and employees.
Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.
Participates in handoff report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
Promotes quality and safety by seeking to continually improve the processes and systems to enhance patient care delivery.
Demonstrates the ability to work independently, problem‑solve, and resolve conflict while working under considerable stress.
Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures.
Licensing / Certification
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire; must obtain from the approved source prior to direct patient care)
Current certification per state requirements for Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Medical Assisting (preferred); STNA (required) or be in nursing school
Education High School Diploma or GED (required).
Work Experience Previous experience as a Patient Care Tech, within a nursing support role or previous healthcare experience, or second‑year nursing student from a Registered Nurse (RN) program (preferred).
Patient Population
Neonates (0‑4 weeks)
Infants (1‑12 months)
Pediatrics (1‑12 years)
Adolescents (13‑17 years)
Adults (18‑64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long‑distance or air travel as needed – not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off‑site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and comply with infection‑control policies.
Skills
Computer literacy
Monitor patient conditions during treatment
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Record patients’ medical history
Sterile field procedure
CPR
Straight‑urine catheterization
Ear irrigation
Patient positioning
Patient transport
Customer service
Phlebotomy
Perform EKG
Splinting
Wound care
Obtaining vital signs, including manual blood pressure
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Working independently
Working under pressure
Critical thinking
Communication
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Empathy
Benefits
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmatively action and equal opportunity employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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