ED Tech (CNA/EMT) - Fast-Paced Patient Care

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Emergency Department Technician I/II to support nursing staff in a Level III Trauma ED in Orangeburg, SC. The role involves vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, telemetry monitoring and patient transport under RN supervision.

Requirements include EMT or CNA certification, phlebotomy certification for ED Tech II, and current BLS. High school diploma and some medical experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Certification as an EMT or CNA is required.
• Phlebotomy certification is required for ED Tech II.
• Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) is required.
• Some medical setting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs, height and weight.
• Performs EKGs.
• Assist physicians or nurses on procedures.
• Monitors telemetry patients.
• Collects specimens as required.
• Crutch training.
• Assist with ordering supplies.
• May perform bladder scans and Foley catheter insertions.
• Transport patients.

Skills

EMT/CNA certification

Vital signs

EKG

Telemetry monitoring

Specimen collection

Crutch training

Foley catheter care

Patient transport

Education

High School Diploma

EMT or CNA certification

Phlebotomy certification

AHA BLS or Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers

Tools

EKG machine

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Emergency Department Technician I/II to support nursing staff in a Level III Trauma ED in Orangeburg, SC. The role involves vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, telemetry monitoring and patient transport under RN supervision.

Requirements include EMT or CNA certification, phlebotomy certification for ED Tech II, and current BLS. High school diploma and some medical experience are preferred.