Emergency Services Technician

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Schedule: PRN, variable hours per week, 8 hour shifts, day or afternoon shifts, must be available to work a minimum of 2 shifts per schedule

Your experience matters

UP Health System - Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a ED Care Technician PRN (CNA, EMT, LPN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

At UPHS - Portage, we strive to be the place employees want to work. We accomplish this through a friendly and supportive team environment. Join our robust emergency department team which provides a quality-focused environment. As an ED Care Technician will support the team in administrative functions and provide patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

How you'll contribute

A ED Care Technician PRN (CNA, EMT, LPN) who excels in this role:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external

What we're looking for
Applicants should have a current state CNA certification, current state LPN licensure or current EMT-B state licensure. Additional requirements include:

• Experience as a CNA, LPN or EMT-B preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required (Available Upon Hire)

• Annual Influenza Vaccination or Declination Required

More about UP Health System

UP Health System - Portage is a 36 bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System - Portage an Equal Opportunity Employer. UPHS - Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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