Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Emergency Care Center Director/Manager, the Nursing Department Coordinator is responsible for performing clerical duties and assisting in the day-to-day functioning of the Emergency Care Center Department as assigned. General duties include maintaining the staffing schedules, assisting with time entry and payroll, and preparing data and reports for meetings and management.

Other duties as assigned may include those of an Emergency Room Technician (ER Tech). The ER Tech is responsible for assisting licensed nursing staff in providing care to patients in the Emergency Care Center.  The ER Tech supports the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the objectives of the hospital and does provide EKG monitoring for the Emergency Care Center.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION

High school graduate or equivalent; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

Previous administrative experience preferred. One-year hospital or pre-hospital experience preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Current license as an EMT through the Texas Department of Health or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Certified in BLS through the American Heart Association.

REQUIRED SKILLS KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Experience in Microsoft Office required. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to multitask. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.