ER TECH- EMERGENCY SERVICE (PT 6p-6:30a)

Riverside Healthcare • Kankakee, IL

14h

About The Position

As an Emergency Room Technician at Riverside Medical Center, you will help provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. You will assist medical staff with patient assessments and basic medical procedures, and help maintain a safe and clean environment. You will work closely with nurses and physicians to support efficient, compassionate care for patients experiencing medical emergencies. The role calls for strong communication skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, teamwork, patient-centered care, and flexibility with assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure.

The position is listed as part-time, with a 6 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. schedule. Riverside Healthcare describes a Total Rewards package that includes compensation and benefits varying by FTE. The stated pay range is USD $20.55–$25.35 per hour.

Requirements

• CNA, CMA, or EMT-B credential.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care.
• Flexibility to accept assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure.
• Ability to meet the role’s stated physical demands, including frequent lifting of up to 35 pounds, occasional lifting of up to 60 pounds, and occasional pushing or pulling of 50–200 pounds.
• Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to blood and body fluids, airborne pathogens, chemicals, radiation, and other hazards, using required protective clothing and precautions.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a CNA or EMT-B.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, intake and output, and toileting; answer call lights promptly and relay concerns to the nursing team.
• Measure and record vital signs, oxygen saturation, weights, and blood sugars as needed, and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
• Help patients turn, position, and transfer between beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers using proper body mechanics and safety techniques.
• Collect specimens for laboratory testing as directed by nursing staff.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions; follow safety protocols; use restraints and assistive devices appropriately; and assist with emergency codes as needed.
• Document patient care activities and observations accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
• Follow infection-control procedures, including hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment, and environmental cleaning.
• Assist nursing staff with setting up, operating, managing, and cleaning medical equipment.
• Interact with patients and families to promote comfort, trust, and understanding; address concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Use assistive lifting equipment to move patients who cannot move independently; carry supplies and charts, manage partially filled laundry bags, and carry fire extinguishers during emergencies as described in the physical requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs for employees in the 0.5 to 1.0 FTE range.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits for employees in the 0.5 to 1.0 FTE range.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Paid leave hours accrued as employees work for employees in the 0.001 to 0.49 FTE range.
• Premium pay, such as shift differential and on-call pay.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Employee well-being programs and career development programs.

What This Job Offers

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