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• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

  • Performs tasks as assigned including data collection, initiation of emergency stabilization procedures, and other tasks as outlined in the competency list assigned to position.

• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

  • The Emergency Department provides care for patients with a wide variety of needs from non-critical to emergent medical conditions including emergent and urgent mental health care. All patients are welcome whether walking in or arriving by emergency transport. All Emergency Department staff are certified to care for critical cardiac and trauma patients including children.

• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Current unencumbered Oregon Paramedic licensure required for skills verification.
  • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
  • ACLS and EPC/PALS required within 90 days of hire.
  • Experience or training in computer applications required.
  • One (1) year recent experience preferred. Previous ED experience preferred.

• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
  • Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
  • Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others to offer best possible care to patients.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Rarely
    (1 - 10% of the time)

    Occasionally
    (11 - 33% of the time)

    Frequently
    (34 - 66% of the time)

    Continually
    (67 – 100% of the time)

    CLIMB - LADDER

    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

    SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

    KNEEL (on knees)

    SIT

    WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

    WALK - INCLINE

    CLIMB - STAIRS

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

    SQUAT Repetitive

    ROTATE TRUNK Standing

    PULL (20-40 pounds force)

    PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)

    ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

    REACH - Upward

    MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

    FINGER DEXTERITY

    PINCH Fingers

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

    CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    STAND

    BEND FORWARD at waist

    REACH - Forward

    GRASP Hand/Fist

    PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

    PUSH (20-40 pounds force)

    PUSH (40-60 pounds force)

    PUSH (60 or more pounds force)

Location: Samaritan Health Services · AGH Emergency
Schedule: Per Diem, Varies