Emergency Department Technician / EMT

Quick Facts

Schedule: 12pm–12:30am, every other weekend, and holiday rotations.

Description

The Emergency Department Technician / EMT provides patient care within a defined scope of practice in an Emergency Department setting. The role includes assessing patients across age groups, monitoring and documenting patient problems with the care team, supporting safe patient transport, and assisting physicians and nursing staff. You will also communicate effectively and access hospital and Emergency Department information systems to support care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients in all age groups and provide age-appropriate care
• Identify, report, provide, and document patient problems in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and technical staff
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and the healthcare team
• Transport patients safely using appropriate transport devices
• Assist Emergency physicians, nurses, and technical staff with patient education using educational materials
• Access hospital and Emergency Department information systems to provide efficient service
• Maintain personal growth through mandatory in-services, meetings, skill days, and education opportunities
• Support bedside reporting and hourly rounding requirements
• Remain flexible as role responsibilities change during Emergency Department interruptions
• Multitask efficiently and provide high-quality service during high-volume times
• Maintain current certification or licensure per state requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certificate or current EMT-B/P license or CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) with 5+ years of experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• BCLS
• Maintain current certification or licensure meeting state requirements

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package supports employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provides protection for unexpected life events (see employer benefits page for details).