Emergency Department Technician I
About The Position
The Emergency Department Technician I is a member of the emergency department patient care team and works under the supervision of a registered nurse. The technician performs basic patient care procedures to support patients’ care, comfort, and safety. Duties include taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, collecting specimens, performing ECGs, post-mold application, crutch-walk teaching, spinal immobilization, basic wound care, and observing patients for physical or emotional changes. The role also involves recording pertinent information in patient charts and communicating with other patient care team members to support continuity of care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
- Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the state of work, or EMT-B license in the State of Illinois.
Nice To Haves
- Six or more months of experience in a clinical healthcare environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through computer messaging.
- Six or more months of experience supporting patients’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic patient care procedures to support the care, comfort, and safety of patients.
- Take vital signs and assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Collect specimens and perform ECGs.
- Perform post-mold application, crutch-walk teaching, spinal immobilization, and basic wound care.
- Observe patients for physical or emotional changes.
- Record pertinent information in patient charts.
- Communicate with other patient care team members to ensure continuity of care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package, including benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.
- Hourly pay of $18.98–$22.34; actual pay is determined by experience, skills, and internal equity.
- Third shift differential of $2.25 per hour.
- Weekend shift differential of $1.75 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
