ER Tech - PRN

Provides Emergency Room technical support for physicians and nurses to optimize patient care.  All activities are under the license of the MD. Assists the RNs and MDs in providing technical care of the patients by performing phlebotomy and IV starts, performing 12 lead EKGs, transporting patients to other departments, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, performs Point of Care Testing, performing wound care, inserting foley catheters, obtaining lab specimens and documenting all care/procedures provided. Assists the Emergency Physician with technical support such as suturing simple lacerations. Cleans equipment and workspace.

Who is ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda?

ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda is a 208-bed Joint Commission Accredited hospital part of a regional network of seven hospitals. ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda features all-private patient rooms in the acute care setting, and offers an accredited primary stroke center, the Joint Commission Certified Joint and Spine Center, an accredited chest pain center, an accredited hyperbaric and wound care center, and emergency care services. 

Why should you join the team?

 Employees at ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda have the opportunity to take advantage of our awesome employee benefits.

• Gym access to our onsite wellness center
• Educational reimbursement up to $5,000 for RNs
• Sign-On Bonus’s for critically needed positions
• Excellent medical benefits packages with multiple rate options
• The ability to be a shared employee with other Bayfront facilities 

ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda is located 5 minutes off I-75 in a quaint waterfront town. The hospital is surrounded with waterfront views and wonderful local restaurants. 

POSITION PURPOSE

Provides Emergency Room technical support for physicians and nurses to optimize patient care.  All activities are under the license of the MD. Assists the RNs and MDs in providing technical care of the patients by performing phlebotomy and IV starts, performing 12 lead EKGs, transporting patients to other departments, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, performs Point of Care Testing, performing wound care, inserting foley catheters, obtaining lab specimens and documenting all care/procedures provided. Assists the Emergency Physician with technical support such as suturing simple lacerations. Cleans equipment and workspace. High school graduate or GED. Must have successfully completed 1) EMT/Paramedic training program or 2) CNA training as well as an IV Therapy and Phlebotomy course. Will consider Medical Corpsman Armed Forces experience and/or other medical specialties on an individual basis. Current CNA, EMT, or Paramedic license issued through the State of Florida. BLS (American Heart Association) required.