ED Tech - Mercy San Diego

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego is seeking an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to support patient care in the emergency department. This full-time role involves assisting nurses and physicians, preparing supplies, and ensuring efficient operations in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Shifts are 12-hour day shifts, including weekends, with a schedule of 72 hours per 2-week pay period. Minimum pay range is posted, and compensation is based on experience within the posted range.

Qualifications

• Certified CA state EMT, AEMT or Paramedic, or CNA.
• BLS Healthcare Provider Certification through American Heart Association.
• One year of healthcare experience preferred.

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

Patient care

Vital signs documentation

Team collaboration

Clinical procedures

Education

EMT Certification (CA)

CNA Certification

BLS Healthcare Provider Certification

Job description

Description

Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) - Full Time

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

Location: Scripps Mercy Hospital, Hillcrest

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, located in the heart of Hillcrest, is the county's oldest medical center, founded in 1890. Our hospital provides a comprehensive range of services, including 24-hour emergency care, robotic surgery, prenatal services with NICU support, and outpatient rehabilitation.

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

Qualifications

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

Job

Clinical Support

Primary Location

Central San Diego County-SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS MERCY HOSPITAL SAN DIEGO

Work Locations

SCRIPPS MERCY HOSPITAL SAN DIEGO

4077 FIFTH AVENUE

SAN DIEGO 92103

Organization

Scripps Mercy San Diego

Minimum Rate (USD)

25.95 / Maximum Rate (USD): 32.56

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.