Emergency Department Unit Tech

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The Unit Tech/Monitor Tech assumes responsibility for the organization and clerical activities for the nursing unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Works under the direction of the Nurse Manager or the Charge Nurse.
• Timely, efficient communication required, including good phone etiquette.
• Performs unit tasks in an effective and timely manner.
• Demonstrates accuracy and efficiency in computer and clerical skills.
• Gathers and distributes clinical data as assigned.
• Maintains nurses' station and patient nutrition in an orderly, neat manner.
• Documents legibly according to hospital policy.
• Utilizes equipment appropriately (printer, computer, telephone, fax machine, etc.)
• Assist with ordering and organization of supplies
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementing the unit PI plan.
• Follows established hospital/department safety policies.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Experience with computer and phone systems preferred.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities including sitting, standing and walking. Bending, stooping, and lifting is minimal.
• The work environment may be physically confining.
• Normal hearing or the use of adaptive hearing devices to enhance hearing required.
• Visual acuity required for a variety of activities.
• Must be able to sit and utilize PC for long periods of time.
• Good manual dexterity required for keyboard activities.
• Ability to do shift work as required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.