Emergency Support Tech: This position is an unlicensed multi-skilled worker who supports patient care by performing specific tasks as delegated by a licensed provider. The ability to work in a team environment and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely manner are required. Care provided by the EST is supervised by a Registered Nurse. Phlebotomy is provided by the EST under the supervision of the Department of Laboratory.
Emergency Support Tech Trainee: This position is an unlicensed multi-skilled worker who supports patient care by performing specific tasks as delegated by a licensed provider. The ability to work in a team environment and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely manner are required. Care provided by the EST Trainee is supervised by a Registered Nurse.
The EST Trainee must complete the 120-hour Children's Hospital Phlebotomy Training program within 6 weeks of their hire or transfer into position. The EST Trainee must pass the national phlebotomy test and apply for their state phlebotomy certificate within six (6) months of hire or transfer. Upon successful completion of VCH phlebotomy training and receipt of their state phlebotomy certificate, the EST Trainee will be eligible for promotion to the EST position.
EXPERIENCE:
Emergency Support Tech:
- Graduation of a patient care program (i.e. MA, CNA, EMT) or two semesters of a nursing program or two years in a similar role in lieu of patient care program or nursing program requirement
- Minimum six (6) months pre-hospital or emergency care, and phlebotomy experience preferred
- Medical terminology and bilingual skills are preferred
* Those without a CPT License would be considered an EST Trainee*
Emergency Support Tech Trainee:
- Graduation of a patient care program (i.e. MA, CNA, EMT) or two semesters of a nursing program or two years in a similar role in lieu of patient care program or nursing program requirement
- Minimum six (6) months pre-hospital or emergency care, and six months phlebotomy experience preferred
- Medical terminology and bilingual skills are preferred
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Emergency Support Tech:
- High School Diploma/GED required
- EMT I course preferred
- BLS - Basic Life Support required within 30 days of hire or transfer into position
- CPT-I or CPT-II - Certified Phlebotomy Technician License required
- Employees who are current, active Valley Children's Pediatric Nurse Externs will not be performing phlebotomy and are exempt from the CPT requirement
Emergency Support Tech Trainee:
- High School Diploma/GED required
- EMT I course preferred
- BLS - Basic Life Support required within 30 days of hire or transfer into position
- Apply for certification in CPT-I or CPT-II and pass test within two attempts within six (6) months of hire or transfer into position
POSITION DETAILS:
- Part-time, 40 hours per pay period. Evening shifts - 1500- 2330
PAY RANGE:
- Emergency Support Tech: $24.60 - $34.05
- Emergency Support Tech Trainee: $22.70 - $31.10
Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
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