ED Technician, Per Diem, Night Shift

Adventist Health

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About The Position

The ED Technician assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations, and treatments. Under RN supervision, the technician performs technical and patient-care duties and the essential functions of the Unit Secretary. The role includes documenting care and observations, collecting specimens, maintaining equipment and supplies, and supporting patients and families through education within the technician’s scope of practice.

Adventist Health Sonora is a healthcare provider serving Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and surrounding areas. Its facilities and services include a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care, and other healthcare services.

Requirements

• High school education, GED, or equivalent is required.
• CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor, per Adventist Health policy, is required.
• Facility-specific BLS certification from an approved vendor, per Adventist Health policy, is required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or technical degree, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA), or Paramedic certification.
• Phlebotomist Technician license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RN and physician with assessments, examinations, and treatments.
• Perform technical and patient-care duties under RN supervision.
• Perform the essential functions of the Unit Secretary.
• Document patient care, including vital signs, bedside care, and observations.
• Maintain equipment and supplies appropriate to the position and keep the department in a state of readiness.
• Help contain costs by appropriately ordering and conserving supplies and equipment.
• Prioritize patient care and department needs, set goals, and organize time to meet daily nursing-care demands.
• Observe, document, and report patient conditions and changes to the RN or physician/provider.
• Provide patient and family education within scope of practice.
• Record and collect specimens.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED