Certified ED Tech - Emergency Department (Days)

Tanner Health; Alabama; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanner Health seeks an Emergency Department Technician to advocate for patients and families, enhancing the care experience while supporting ED staff in delivering direct patient care.

The role focuses on identifying patient and family needs, ensuring clear communication, and contributing to a compassionate, patient-centered environment at the hospital.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain CPR within 30 days from hire.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication for documentation and interactions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison advocate for patients, families, visitors and staff.
• Identify needs of patients and families and work to improve satisfaction.
• Enable ED staff to concentrate on direct patient care.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Emergency Department Technician will serve as a liaison advocate for patients, families, visitors, and staff. The goal for the Emergency Department Technician is to enhance the personal service experienced by patients, family members, and visitors while enabling the Emergency Department staff to concentrate on direct patient care. The individual identifies needs of patients and their families and works to improve their satisfaction.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: Six months of related experience

Licenses and Certifications

• HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (CPR)

Qualifications

• Qualifications as designated in Nursing Clinical Ladder Policy.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication skills for documentation and patient, family and staff interactions to convey clear concise instructions and to accept information in order to understand and make decisions.
• Must obtain CPR within 30 days from hire.