ED Tech - Encinitas - Nights

Scripps Health; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 74,357,000 - 93,430,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas seeks an Emergency Department Technician to support patient care in a busy ED/urgent care setting. You will assist nurses and physicians, document vital signs, and help with basic procedures during a 12-hour night shift per two-week cycle in Encinitas.

Ideal candidates have at least one year in acute care and relevant EMT/CNA and BLS certifications. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in an Acute Care setting.
• Valid CA EMT, CNA, or equivalent certification required.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and physicians with patient care activities and procedures
• Obtain and document vital signs
• Perform patient care tasks including thermal applications, non-sterile soaks, and simple dressings and splints
• Collect stool and urine specimens
• Transport patients as needed
• Provide coverage for unit secretary duties when needed

Skills

EMT Certification

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas has served North County’s coastal communities since 1978. We’re located at Santa Fe Drive and I-5, within walking distance of a park, fitness center, grocery store, pharmacy and restaurants.

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas’ campus includes Scripps Clinic Encinitas and an outpatient imaging center. We’re home to notable specialty programs including a 24-hour emergency room, accredited stroke care, physical rehabilitation services (including a brain injury day treatment program), our Baby Friendly birthing pavilion and a Level II neonatal intensive care unit.

Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) – Full Time

Schedule: 72 hours per 2-week pay period | 12-hour Night shift (including weekends)

Location: Scripps Memorial Encinitas

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas has served the growing communities of San Diego’s coastal North County since 1978. We offer a full range of clinical and surgical services, including North County’s first Primary Stroke Center, a regionally recognized brain injury program, state-of-the‑art imaging center, 24-hour emergency room care and award-winning OB‑GYN, maternal health and infant health services. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in an Acute Care setting.

As an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech), you will play a vital role in supporting patient care within the emergency department or urgent care setting. Working under the supervision of nurses and physicians, you will assist with essential clinical and operational tasks to ensure efficient, high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and physicians with patient care activities and procedures
• Obtain and document vital signs
• Perform patient care tasks, including thermal applications, non‑sterile soaks, and simple dressings and splints
• Collect stool and urine specimens
• Transport patients as needed
• Provide coverage for unit secretary duties when needed

Required Qualifications

• Certified CA state issued EMT (EMT, AEMT or Paramedic) or CNA
• BLS Healthcare Provider Certifications through American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience in emergency services
• EMT certification

At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.

You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.

Position Pay Range: $25.95-$32.56/hour