ER Assistant

Reporting to the Nursing Director of Emergency Services, this position is a non-professional care giver who assumes responsibility for a variety of tasks for a group of patients.

Reporting to the Nursing Manager of Emergency Services, this position is a nonprofessional care giver who assumes responsibility for a variety of tasks for a group of patients .

Ability to meet all job & physical requirements as outlined in job description or as agreed through a work place accommodation.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/ EXPERIENCE:

1. High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
2. One year of recent experience in an acute care setting preferred, and/or Emergency Department experience preferred.
3. Completion of medical terminology course preferred.
4. Computer experience highly desirable.
5. Completes splinting competency and demonstrates proficiency within 3 months of hire.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

1. Current CPR certification required.
2. MAB certification due within 6 months of hire.
3. Current California EMT or Paramedic license required.
4. Successful completion of an arrhythmia recognition course required
5. Successful passing of RCH basic arrhythmia recognition exam required within 6 months of hire.