Emergency Department Tech - East Madison Hospital

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department Tech provides compassionate care to patients receiving treatment in the Emergency Room at UW Health East Madison Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center. The role involves direct interactions with patients and their families and collaboration with providers, nurses, and other caregivers. The technician uses state-of-the-art equipment, 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 position at 60% FTE on the evening shift. Shifts are scheduled as 8- and/or 12-hour shifts between 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m., with a required weekend rotation. Hours may vary based on 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 about patient care.
• Record information in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Respond to pages and codes and assist as directed.
• Observe patients with behavioral health complaints.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plans.
• A variety of schedule and shift options intended to support flexibility and work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work, supporting employee and family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility for coursework associated with career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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