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Senior Medical Technologist Opportunity!Texas - North-Dallas/Ft. Worth-Medical Center of Plano

The HCA North Texas Division is opening a patient transfer call center which will be located on The Medical Center of Plano campus. The Patient Transfer Center Coordinator is responsible for triage of patients to an appropriate HCA North Texas Division hospital through inpatient and ED transfers and direct admissions. Specific job functions include but are not limited to:-Responsible for accepting and tracking all hospital transfers and transports. Must be proficient in EMTALA and document all transfers on transfer intake sheet.-Communicates with physicians, physician offices, and outlying facilities if bed placement of a specific patient will be problematic. Uses problem-solving skills to determine the best course of action which will be satisfactory to the patient, the physician and the hospital.-Works collaboratively with other team members as required developing and implementing the plan of care.-Consults with on-call physician and/or urgent care physicians on patient care and advice when appropriate.-Proficient in running Central Logic, Bed Management and other Call and office-oriented systems as needed.-Provides assistance in maintaining accurate database of information-Assists in data collection, monitoring, evaluation, and analyzing of triage problems for the purpose of developing and implementing protocols, policies and procedures.-The following schedules are available: FT 7a-7p, FT 7p-7a, FT 3p-11p Sun-Thurs, PRNPosition requirements include:-High school graduate or GED equivalency-Current EMT certification preferred-Minimum 1 year of ER experience; Emergency Medical Dispatch experience preferred-Understanding of medical terminology-Previous telephone triage experience a plus-Working knowledge of EMTALA-Excellent verbal and written communication skills-Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team-Ability to deal in an effective, positive manner with dissatisfied customers-Basic computer skills-Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision-Able to self manage by taking responsibility to initiate, assess and take action as well as ability to function calmly in stressful situations.

PRN as needed Working under the supervision of the charge nurse, the Emergency Room Technician performs various patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The positions tasks and responsibilities include:-Transports, positions and drapes patients for exams and treatments.-Takes and records vital signs, weights and I & O.-Responsible for stocking rooms with supplies.-Collects urine drug and breath alcohol screens.-Provides encouragement, support and comfort to patients and family members.-Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems. -Provides age and culturally appropriate care.-Orients and mentors new staff members.-Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.Qualifications:EMT, CNA or one year patient care experience in a hospital setting or student actively enrolled at the senior level in an RN program and CPR required.