Advanced ED Tech: Vital Patient Care & IV Skills

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking an ED Tech Advanced to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a RN, in line with state and local regulations. The role supports patient comfort, safety, and accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include basic and advanced patient care tasks, including IV placement, colostomy care, and monitor transport, with a focus on quality and safety. Requires 1 year of relevant experience and EMT/AEMT qualifications as applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• AEMT certification preferred; required if employed in SC.
• BLS certification preferred.
• 1 year of experience as an LPN, ED Tech, or Advanced EMT is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care and comfort, vital signs, hygiene, mobility assistance, lab draws, ECGs, and wound care under RN guidance.
• Performs advanced tasks including colostomy care, IV placement and site care, and transport on monitor under RN direction.
• Completes patient rounding and 1:1 safety companion services as needed.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.
• Maintains accurate documentation and participates in handoff reports for patient needs.

Skills

Computer Literacy

CPR

Vital signs monitoring

Patient transport

EMT skills

Colostomy care

IV insertion

Wound care

Patient positioning

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking an ED Tech Advanced to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a RN, in line with state and local regulations. The role supports patient comfort, safety, and accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include basic and advanced patient care tasks, including IV placement, colostomy care, and monitor transport, with a focus on quality and safety. Requires 1 year of relevant experience and EMT/AEMT qualifications as applicable.