ED Tech: Fast-Paced, Compassionate Patient Care

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance and development

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and disability

Job summary

The ED Tech at Harbour View Medical Center provides direct patient care under the guidance of a RN or designated healthcare professional, in line with Bon Secours Mercy Health policies.

Key duties include basic patient care, vital signs, mobility assistance, labs and ECGs, wound care, 1:1 safety, accurate documentation, and handoffs. Requires HS diploma or GED; BLS (preferred); EMT/EMR certs (preferred); thrives under pressure in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred; must obtain prior to direct patient care if hired.
• EMR/EMT/Medical Assisting certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care and tasks including comfort, vitals, hygiene, mobility assistance, lab draws, ECGs, wound care.
• Completes patient rounding and 1:1 safety companion service as needed.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse, reporting changes and concerns.
• Maintains accurate documentation and participates in handoffs.
• Performs delegated tasks after competency validation and follows policies to ensure quality care.

Skills

CPR

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Active listening

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The ED Tech at Harbour View Medical Center provides direct patient care under the guidance of a RN or designated healthcare professional, in line with Bon Secours Mercy Health policies.

Key duties include basic patient care, vital signs, mobility assistance, labs and ECGs, wound care, 1:1 safety, accurate documentation, and handoffs. Requires HS diploma or GED; BLS (preferred); EMT/EMR certs (preferred); thrives under pressure in a fast-paced hospital setting.