ED Tech - Full-time

Freeport-Memorial-Hospital; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid Time Off

Tuition and Certification Reimburse

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support a fast-paced ED team. You will assist with EKGs, IV starts, venipunctures, splinting, CPR, and patient transport, while maintaining documentation and supplies.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to exceptional patient care in urgent and emergent situations. 12-hour shifts and varied schedule support coverage needs.

Qualifications

• Completion of CNA program or graduate of a medical assistant program accredited by ABHES/CAAHEP or similar regional/national accreditation.
• Graduate of an Emergency Medical Technician program or Paramedic program.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care as assigned and per routine according to standards, shift routines, and procedures.
• Documents care provided according to standards.
• Maintains clean work and patient environment; stocks supplies and disposes of expired items.
• Processes orders accurately and timely; answers call lights and relays messages.
• Directs visitors; maintains patient records and processes charges as needed.
• Performs 12-lead EKGs, starts IVs, and venipunctures as directed.
• Assists ED physicians with intubation and resuscitation efforts including CPR and Lucas device.
• Transports non-monitored patients to inpatient units.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

CNA program

ABHES/CAAHEP Medical Assistant program

EMT program

Paramedic program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Overview:As an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech), you will support the healthcare team in delivering timely, high-quality care to patients in a fast-paced emergency setting. You will assist with clinical procedures, including EKGs, IV starts, venipunctures, splinting, CPR, and patient transport, while maintaining accurate documentation, managing supplies, and ensuring a safe and efficient care environment. This role requires strong teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to exceptional patient care during urgent and emergent situations.Schedule: Three, 12-hour shifts per weekShift: VariesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides patient care as assigned and per routine, according to standards of care, shift routines, and policies and procedures.Answers call lights in a timely and appropriate mannerDocuments care provided according to standardsMaintains a clean work and patient environmentMaintains supplies, stocking new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.Processes orders in an accurate and timely manner. Answers the telephone and call lights appropriately and provides information or relays messages to patients and staff.Directs visitors to patient's rooms. Maintains medical records of current patients. Processes patient charges and orders supplies as needed.Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities.Performs 12 Lead EKGs as directedStarts IV as directedPerforms venipunctures as directedAssists ED MDs with intubation by gathering needed equipmentPerforms CPR and places the Lucas on patients during resuscitationsPerforms splint applicationsAssist with chest tube insertions by gathering needed supplies equipmentPerforms BGMs as directedTransports non-monitored patients to the inpatient unitsEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCECompletion of a CNA programorGraduate of a medical assistant program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), or graduate of a medical assistant program in a postsecondary school or college that has institutional accreditation by a regional accrediting commission or by a national accrediting organization approved by the U.S. Department of EducationorGraduate of an Emergency Medical Technician program orGraduate of a Paramedic program.CERTIFICATION/LICENSURECertified as a Nursing Assistant in applicable state, orCertified as a Medical Assistant through the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) or RMA certification through the AMT (American Medical Technologists) or CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant through NHA (National Healthcareer Association) or RMA through AAH (American Allied Health) or NCMA Certification through the NCCT that have also completed the education requirements.orLicensed as an EMT-B or EMT-A in applicable state, orLicensed as a Paramedic in applicable state.Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 daysOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESN/ALEVEL OF SUPERVISIONN/APAY RANGE:$17.57 - $25.48Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women