Emergency Department Tech - University Hospital
About The Position
The Emergency Department Tech provides compassionate care to patients receiving treatment in the Emergency Room at University Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center. The role assists with blood samples, starting IVs and catheters, and other patient care under direction. The technician communicates with providers, nurses, patients, families, and other caregivers; records information in the Electronic Medical Record; responds to pages and codes; and may observe patients with behavioral health complaints. The position is part-time at 60% FTE on the night shift, with scheduled 8- or 12-hour shifts between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., an every-other-weekend rotation, and hours that may vary with departmental 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
