ED Technician I - 0.6 - Eves - Emergency @ MV

El Camino Health; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

El Camino Health is seeking a dedicated professional for the Emergency Department to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role includes rotating to oversee ED waiting area patients and assisting on arrival, while supporting triage decisions and informing patients, families and staff.

The position requires a high school diploma, strong English communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Clear English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to adapt, prioritize, and function in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect care in the Emergency Department as part of the unit-based team.
• Rotate to oversee patients and families in the ED waiting area and assist upon arrival.
• Assist the triage RN in identifying medical necessity and prioritization.
• Support patients, families, and staff by providing information and guidance.

Skills

English communication

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

People skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Paramedic certification (NREMT)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification (NREMT) OR RN program completion

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.

FTE 0.6

Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours 48

Work Shift Evening: 8 hours

Job Description: As part of the unit based team, this position is responsible for providing direct and indirect care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• In addition to providing clinical care for patients,
• this position also rotates to oversee the patients and families in ED waiting area;
• providing assistance to patients’ upon arrival,
• assisting the triage RN in identifying medical necessity,
• supporting and providing information to patients, families and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, guests, and co-workers in English both verbally and in writing.
• Exceptional people skills and an ability to function in a calm manner in stressful situations
• Has the ability to adapt, prioritize, and function in a fast paced, constantly changing environment.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• National Registered Paramedic - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, OR Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians OR proof of current completion of 2 semesters in an accredited Registered Nursing Program.
• Basic Lifesaving Certification - American Heart Association.

Ages of Patients Served This position is responsible for the care of neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

This is a general description of the nature and level of work performed by people in this classification. It may not include every responsibility, duty and skill required of persons who successfully do this job.

Salary Range: $38.49 - $48.66 USD Hour

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation.

Medium Work - Requires standing the majority of the shift with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs. frequently. Work involves sitting, kneeling, climbing and squatting. - (Physical Requirements-United States of America)

An Equal Opportunity Employer:

El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies.

El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law.

In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.

At El Camino Health, our nationally recognized doctors and care teams are committed to providing you with high-quality, excellent care. We aim to deliver a healthcare experience that is designed around your individual needs. When you choose El Camino Health for your care, you can count on:

Distinguished hospitals. Our fully accredited hospitals, Los Gatos, and Mountain View, have received numerous awards and honours for high-quality healthcare.

Exceptional talent. Our reputation attracts high-caliber doctors who are approachable and friendly, a nursing culture exceptional for its highly personalized patient and family care, and leadership with a deeply personal commitment.

Innovative approaches to care. We seek new treatments and techniques, and contribute to the medical community through clinical trials. Our urgent care sites powered by Carbon Health enable easy, immediate scheduling and follow up through the Carbon Health app.

A focus on health. Our regional Men's Health Program offers a team approach to care and has a variety of specialists who are focused on men’s health issues, including heart and vascular, urology, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction and healthy weight.

We created the South Asian Heart Center and the Chinese Health Initiative to address unique health disparities in our patient population.

A healing environment. Our spaces were specially designed for tranquility and comfort.