Tech Rapid Response

TECH RAPID RESPONSE

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Additional $6.00/hr safety Incentive Pay
Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials
$ 19.28/hr. – $ 28.91/hr compensation based on experience, education, and other factors.

Provide direct patient care under the guidelines and protocols provided by the UNMH Rapid Response Medical Director. Identify patients who are in need or will benefit from higher level of care and help implement that care to reduce mortality in the hospital. Operate within the scope of practice as defined by the New Mexico Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and any UNMH approved Rapid Response special skills.

Work in conjunction with all UNMH staff to assist with inpatient, outpatient, visitor and employee care.

• TEAM RESPONSE – Work with Rapid Response Paramedics to respond with multiple teams across the hospital complex, including the DR. Heart team, the Stroke Alert Team, the DART Team, and the Sepsis Response Team; act as a patient care advocate/liaison.
• TRANSPORT – Transport patients to and from UNMH utilizing ILS measures; perform patient assessment and provide necessary interventions; maintain and stock vehicles to meet regulatory requirements.
• PATIENT CARE – Provide Basic life support up to advanced life support including defibrillation, medication administration, supraglottic airway insertion, suctioning, interosseous catheter insertion, perform 12‑lead EKGs and blood glucose tests.
• PATIENT CARE – Stabilize patients, triage emergency care on hospital property, document all care activities, and respond to hospital non‑patient emergencies.
• PATIENT CARE – Perform ultrasound‑guided peripheral venous puncture, blood draws, IV fluid therapy, drug administration, and other skills requested by providers.
• PATIENT CARE – Administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, topical, sublingual, and intravenous medications adhering to the seven rights; provide nebulized drug administration; document and communicate findings.
• ENVIRONMENT – Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families.
• EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES – Monitor and stock supply areas; maintain equipment as appropriate.
• MEETINGS – Attend education sessions and meetings as appropriate.
• CUSTOMER RELATIONS – Establish rapport and effective working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, and staff.
• QUALITY – Participate in department quality programs.
• ORIENTATION – Assist in orienting new employees as required.
• DEVELOPMENT – Enhance professional growth through educational programs, literature, in‑services, and workshops.
• PATIENT SAFETY – Follow policies, procedures, and protocols; report safety concerns, medical errors, and near misses in a timely manner; encourage patient participation in their care.

• High School or GED Equivalent

• Enrolled in Healthcare Related Higher Education Courses

• Essential – 1 year directly related experience
• Nonessential – 3 years directly related experience

• Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate License
• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers within 30 days
• UNMH Basic Arrhythmia Course within 3 months of position
• CEVO Course within 3 months of position
• Ultrasound Guided IV Course within 3 months of position
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months
• PALS within 6 months of position
• DOT Medical Certification within 60 days of position
• Valid New Mexico Driver's License
• UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit within 60 days

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• PALS

Heavy Work – Exert 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. Requirements exceed Medium Work.

• Significant Hazards – Physical risk/injuries due to combative patients
• Significant Hazard – Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials require PPE
• May drive on/off UNMH grounds and expose to traffic/vehicle
• Weather exposure – Rain, ice, wind, snow, sun possible
• Tuberculosis testing upon hire and as required
• Subject to random alcohol and substance testing

Entry level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology
Hospitals and Health Care