ED Tech - Full-time, Nights

Mercyhealth; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Well-being Programs

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL is seeking an Emergency Department Technician for night shifts. You will assist with EKGs, IV starts, venipunctures, CPR, and patient transport while documenting care and maintaining supplies.

A CNA or accredited MA/EMT/Paramedic credential is preferred, with CPR/BLS due within 90 days. Join a fast-paced ED team focused on patient safety, efficient care delivery, and collaboration across clinicians.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA program or graduate of ABHES/CAAHEP medical assistant program or equivalent.
• Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic training preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care per standards, document care and manage supplies.
• Perform 12‑lead EKGs, start IVs, venipunctures, splinting and CPR.
• Assist ED clinicians, transport non‑monitored patients, and ensure safety.

Skills

EKG procedures

IV starts

Venipunctures

CPR

Patient transport

Medical documentation

Teamwork

Education

CNA program

ABHES/CAAHEP medical assistant program

EMT or Paramedic program

Tools

Lucas device

12 Lead EKG

IV equipment

Job description

## ED Tech - Full-time, NightsApply: Onsite: Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital - Freeport, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03466**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:** 3, 12-hour shifts per week**Shift:** Nights (7pm-7:30am) **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Provides 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 manner* Documents care provided according to standards* Maintains a clean work and patient environment* Maintains 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 directed* Starts IV as directed* Performs venipunctures as directed* Assists ED MDs with intubation by gathering needed equipment* Performs CPR and places the Lucas on patients during resuscitations* Performs splint applications* Assist with chest tube insertions by gathering needed supplies equipment* Performs BGMs as directed* Transports non-monitored patients to the inpatient units **EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**Completion 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/LICENSURE**Certified 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 days **OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**N/A **LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**N/A **PAY 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, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.