Emergency Room Technician

Job Description

Job Description:

Education Qualifications:

As an Emergency Department Technician, you are responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• CPR
• Wound care including irrigation and dressing
• Splinting and immobilization of bone injuries
• Suctioning of patients
• Performing EKG’s
• POC testing
• Obtaining non-invasive specimen swabs such as throat cultures
• Crutch fitting
• Ambulation education
• Suture removal
• Transporting of patients between departments
• Providing personal hygiene care
• Assisting with nutritional needs
• Providing comfort care and other assistance
• Appropriately and safely transferring patients
• Taking vital signs and completing record keeping
• Recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.

This position will work the following:

• 56 hours per pay period
• Every Other Weekend
• Day Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification (Must obtain within 1 month of hire)

Must meet ONE of the following:

• Completion of an emergency medical technician, licensed practical nurse, certified medical assistant or nursing assistant program.
• Currently licensed as a EMT, NA, LPN, CMA upon initial hire
• BSN student who has completed at least 3 years of schooling
• Currently employee in the SJMC Emergency Department as an Emergency Room Technician

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
• Benefit Eligibility: Employees who work 40 hours per pay period (0.5 FTE) are eligible for most benefits.