ED Tech - Vital Support in Fast-Paced Emergency Care

Scripps Health; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Mercy Chula Vista is seeking an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to support patient care in the fast-paced ED/Urgent Care setting. You will work under nurses and physicians, assisting with clinical tasks and ensuring efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, collecting specimens, transporting patients, and covering unit secretary duties when needed.

Qualifications

• Certification as EMT (EMT, AEMT or Paramedic) or CNA
• BLS Healthcare Provider Certification through American Heart Association

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 or CNA

BLS Certification

Job description

Scripps Mercy Chula Vista is seeking an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to support patient care in the fast-paced ED/Urgent Care setting. You will work under nurses and physicians, assisting with clinical tasks and ensuring efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, collecting specimens, transporting patients, and covering unit secretary duties when needed.