Emergency Department Technician

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

20d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Emergency Department Technician at Monument Health, you will assist nursing staff in providing compassionate, effective, and safe patient care appropriate to each patient's diagnosis. The role supports patient care activities in collaboration with nurses and contributes to a cohesive, efficient care team. No prior experience is necessary to begin a healthcare career in this position; ongoing support helps build the knowledge and skills needed to provide high-quality care.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands: very heavy work involving exertion over 25 pounds constantly, over 50 pounds frequently, and over 100 pounds occasionally or seldomly.
Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of acute care experience.
At least 1 year of healthcare experience.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

Responsibilities

Contribute to patient care in accordance with the patient's plan of care, using age-specific growth and development guidelines as delegated by the nurse.
Identify emergency situations and initiate appropriate responses.
Document ongoing patient status in the triage log or patient record for patients in the waiting area or patient room.
Monitor and maintain appropriate PAR levels of stock and non-stock medical supplies in patient rooms.
Participate in admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
Immediately report changes in patient status or pertinent patient information to the nurse.
Respond promptly to patient and family requests and communicate patient needs to appropriate nursing personnel.
Support activities that promote an efficient and cost-effective unit.
Assist with patient care activities in collaboration with the nurse or charge nurse.
Perform other duties as assigned.