ED Technician, Emergency Department, Full Time, Night Shift, Job ID # 1874828

Palmetto General Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto General Hospital in Florida is seeking an Emergency Room Technician to support physicians and nurses in delivering acute care to patients of all ages. You will assist with emergency treatment, triage, and patient flow in a fast-paced ED environment.

The role requires EMT license, BLS certification, and the ability to perform under pressure while communicating clearly with patients and families. Experience in crisis intervention and strong observation skills are valued, and you may work

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as an Emergency Room Technician or related experience.
• Possesses crisis intervention skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in the English Language.
• Visual and hearing senses adequate to assist with procedures and directives.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional nursing staff and physicians with emergency treatment for patients of all ages.
• Organize, categorize and prioritize patient flow in a high-paced Emergency Department.
• Maintain composure and courtesy to patients and families, and adapt to extended or rotated hours as needed.

Skills

Emergency care experience

Crisis intervention

English communication

Job description

Position Summary:

Knowledge of physiological, psychosocial and therapeutic components specific to assisting the appropriate treatment and prioritizing of patients with real or potential life-threatening conditions, presenting to the Emergency Department of care. Assist professional nursing staff and physician with the provision of emergency treatment to patients of all ages. Responsible for organized, systematic reception and categorization of patients, ensuring that immediate care is available for the seriously ill or injured patient. Determines priorities confidently an directs patient flow in a high paced environment, while maintaining composure and courtesy to patients and families. May be needed to work beyond the regular environment, while maintain composure and courtesy to patients and families. May be needed to work beyond the regular tour of duty or in another patient care unit as assigned by department head or nursing supervisor.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum one year experience as an Emergency Room Technician or related experience.
• Knowledge base requisite to the assessment and care for the emergency patient.
• Possesses effective crisis intervention skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in the English Language.
• Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assist with varied operative procedures and surgeon's verbal directives.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• EMT License required
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association Required
• COAP with 60 days in position

Must clear background and drug test required.