Jupiter Medical Center
ER Technician - Emergency Department - Per Diem Nights
Jupiter Medical Center, Florida, New York, United States
ER Technician - Emergency Department - Per Diem Nights
Apply to join Jupiter Medical Center's Emergency Department as a Per Diem Night ER Technician.
About Jupiter Medical Center Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world‑class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. Outstanding physicians, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enable Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. The hospital is the only one in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4‑star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Position Summary The ER Technician acts as an adjunct to registered nursing and supporting staff in providing clinical care as approved by their licensure. They provide support to peers, patients, and families and perform all aspects of ER Tech performance to support service excellence and a healing environment. The ER Tech identifies and communicates needed unit resources or equipment to the appropriate person in charge.
Responsibilities & Competencies
Establishing relationships: Build effective networks and collaborations within the department and organization.
Peer support: Provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge and skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively.
Inspirational and motivating: Foster commitment and cohesion, facilitate cooperation, and work as a team toward goal accomplishments.
Demonstrating emotional intelligence: Exercise self‑leadership, self‑awareness and self‑regulation; manage emotions appropriately.
Acting with integrity: Interact truthfully, keep promises, and follow through on commitments.
Champion for change and innovation: Support people in their efforts to try new things, generating novel ideas.
Communicating effectively: Speak and write clearly, convey information concisely, tailor messages to the audience.
Promoting diversity and inclusion: Treat all people with dignity and respect, challenge bias and build inclusive groups.
Education & Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing (LPN), EMT or Paramedic program.
Current licensure / certification in the state of Florida, ACLS, BLS and PALS from the American Heart Association.
Previous hospital experience preferred.
LPNs and EMTs must be certified to start IVs in the State of FL, and enrolled in an approved State of Florida Cardiac Rhythm monitoring course within 90 days of employment.
Physical Requirements
Hand and wrist: test both sides with a dynamometer force >10 lbs for 10 seconds; pinch thumb & forefinger >2 lbs for 10 seconds.
Supported elbows: rotate wrist left to right while holding a 10‑lb weight; flex and extend elbow with a 10‑lb weight.
Shoulders: sustain shoulder flexion >135° while holding a 10‑lb weight; sustain a shoulder shrug with a 10‑lb weight in each hand.
Legs: squat and hold for 30 seconds; kneel on one knee (left or right) for one minute.
Push/Pull: push a stationary loaded cart with a pushing force of 40 lbs; pull a stationary loaded cart with a pulling force of 40 lbs.
Carry: carry a 20‑lb weight for 25 feet.
Lifting: weight lifted during test – 35 lbs for females, 50 lbs for males.
Floor to table, waist to above shoulder height: 20‑lb requirement.
Threshold Requirements
Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in‑service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation.
TB/PPD Surveillance Program.
Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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About Jupiter Medical Center Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world‑class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. Outstanding physicians, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enable Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. The hospital is the only one in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4‑star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Position Summary The ER Technician acts as an adjunct to registered nursing and supporting staff in providing clinical care as approved by their licensure. They provide support to peers, patients, and families and perform all aspects of ER Tech performance to support service excellence and a healing environment. The ER Tech identifies and communicates needed unit resources or equipment to the appropriate person in charge.
Responsibilities & Competencies
Establishing relationships: Build effective networks and collaborations within the department and organization.
Peer support: Provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge and skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively.
Inspirational and motivating: Foster commitment and cohesion, facilitate cooperation, and work as a team toward goal accomplishments.
Demonstrating emotional intelligence: Exercise self‑leadership, self‑awareness and self‑regulation; manage emotions appropriately.
Acting with integrity: Interact truthfully, keep promises, and follow through on commitments.
Champion for change and innovation: Support people in their efforts to try new things, generating novel ideas.
Communicating effectively: Speak and write clearly, convey information concisely, tailor messages to the audience.
Promoting diversity and inclusion: Treat all people with dignity and respect, challenge bias and build inclusive groups.
Education & Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing (LPN), EMT or Paramedic program.
Current licensure / certification in the state of Florida, ACLS, BLS and PALS from the American Heart Association.
Previous hospital experience preferred.
LPNs and EMTs must be certified to start IVs in the State of FL, and enrolled in an approved State of Florida Cardiac Rhythm monitoring course within 90 days of employment.
Physical Requirements
Hand and wrist: test both sides with a dynamometer force >10 lbs for 10 seconds; pinch thumb & forefinger >2 lbs for 10 seconds.
Supported elbows: rotate wrist left to right while holding a 10‑lb weight; flex and extend elbow with a 10‑lb weight.
Shoulders: sustain shoulder flexion >135° while holding a 10‑lb weight; sustain a shoulder shrug with a 10‑lb weight in each hand.
Legs: squat and hold for 30 seconds; kneel on one knee (left or right) for one minute.
Push/Pull: push a stationary loaded cart with a pushing force of 40 lbs; pull a stationary loaded cart with a pulling force of 40 lbs.
Carry: carry a 20‑lb weight for 25 feet.
Lifting: weight lifted during test – 35 lbs for females, 50 lbs for males.
Floor to table, waist to above shoulder height: 20‑lb requirement.
Threshold Requirements
Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in‑service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation.
TB/PPD Surveillance Program.
Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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