ED Technician, Emergency Department - Part-Time

Mercyhealth; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Certification reimbursement

Educational opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL is seeking an ED Technician for part-time shifts. The role provides direct patient care in a fast-paced Emergency Department, assisting physicians and nursing staff with procedures and patient transport.

Requires completion of a CNA/MA/EMT/Paramedic program with CPR/BLS certification. Schedule features two 12-hour shifts per week with varied start times.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic program.
• Applicable state certification/licensure and CPR/BLS required.
• ED environment experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care per routine and standards of care.
• Answer call lights, document care, and maintain clean environments.
• Support ED physicians and nurses with procedures and supplies.
• Perform 12 Lead EKGs, start IVs, venipunctures, CPR, and splinting.
• Transport patients and assist with chest tube or airway procedures.

Skills

CPR/BLS certified

IV starts

EKG

Patient transport

Team support

Education

CNA program

Medical Assistant program

EMT program

Paramedic program

Job description

ED Technician, Emergency Department - Part-Time - Mercyhealth Logo### ED Technician, Emergency Department - Part-TimeApply: Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital - Freeport, IL: Part time: Posted 2 Days Ago: 2026-03907**OVERVIEW:**Provides direct patient care and essential clinical support in a fast-paced Emergency Department, ensuring timely, compassionate, and efficient service to patients and families. Assists physicians and nursing staff with emergency procedures, performs clinical duties including EKGs, IV starts, venipunctures, CPR, splinting, and patient transport, while maintaining accurate documentation, managing supplies, and supporting overall department operations. Requires completion of an approved CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic program, applicable certification/licensure, and CPR/BLS certification. **Schedule:** 2, 12-hour shifts per week**Shift:** Variable day shift and mid shift with start times ranging from 7am-1pm **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.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.