Express Care Technician at South County Hospital – Westerly, Rhode Island

South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety over the years, which have included a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A’s for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group. Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities.

Job Summary:

The Express Care Technician functions under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and Express Care provider. The Express Care Tech partners with the Registered Nurse in caring for patients with consideration of age, developmental stage and cultural pattern. Assists in the performance of tasks and patient care according to knowledge base, skills inventory as established by the Nurse Manager and Medical Director. Responsibilities include assisting the RN with performing point of care testing, stocking the department, maintaining patient flow, documenting test results and other duties as assigned. Techs may be trained to obtain vital signs and blood glucose as well as perform EKGs. Techs may also assist providers with procedures such as splinting and wound repair. Position requires travel between SCMG locations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School graduate. Tech experience in an Emergency Room or Urgent Care setting preferred but not required. Successful completion of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS within last 2 years

Pay Range: $19.92 to $21.55