Emergency Department Tech - University Hospital

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department Technician provides compassionate care to patients receiving treatment in the Emergency Room at University Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center. The technician may be among the first people patients interact with and assists with blood collection and starting IVs and catheters. The role uses state-of-the-art equipment and involves communicating with providers, nurses, patients, patients’ families, and other caregivers about patient care. The technician records information in the Electronic Medical Record, responds to pages and codes, assists as directed, and observes patients with behavioral health complaints.

This is a part-time, 60% FTE night-shift position. Scheduled shifts are 8 or 12 hours between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., with an every-other-weekend rotation. Hours may vary based on department operational needs.

Requirements

• Completion of an EMT-Basic program.
• EMT-Basic license or National Registry of EMT certification.
• CPR/BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an AEMT or Paramedic program.
• Relevant experience in emergency departments, hospitals, or other healthcare entities, including EMS.
• National Registry or Wisconsin Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Emergency Medical Technician–Paramedic license.
• ACLS and PALS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients receiving treatment in the Emergency Room.
• Assist with taking blood samples and starting IVs and catheters.
• Communicate with providers, nurses, patients, patients’ families, and other caregivers regarding patient care.
• Record information in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Respond to pages and codes and assist as directed.
• Act as an observer for behavioral health complaints.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed