Emergency Department Technician
Core
Supports the healthcare team in the Emergency Department by performing clinical tasks, assisting with procedures, and providing direct patient care under nurse supervision.
Role type
Emergency Department Technician (Clinical Support)
Builds
Patient care services in the Emergency Department
Domain
Healthcare / Emergency Medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
EKG, phlebotomy, vital signs, patient monitoring, CPR, basic life support, minor wound care, specimen collection, patient transport, de-escalation
Preferred skills
Medical Assistant training, EMT license, 1 year related experience
Technologies
EHR systems, cardiopulmonary compression devices
Responsibilities
Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and vital signs; assist with procedures like lumbar puncture and chest tube insertion; provide patient care including ambulation and toileting; restock supplies and document data in EHR; transport patients; de-escalate patient situations.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC