ED Technician I Full Time Nights

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated ED Technician to join their emergency department team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for providing multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care, supporting registered nurses, and ensuring patient comfort and privacy. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a committed care team, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance your professional skills through workshops and educational programs. If you are passionate about patient care and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a PCA/PCT, CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, or Phlebotomy program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses with patient data and care.
• Perform clerical duties and maintain patient comfort and privacy.
• Participate in training and educational programs.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Clerical Duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified PCA/PCT Program

Certified Nurse Assistant Program

Medical Assistant Program

EMT Program

Phlebotomy Training Program

Job description

Job Description - ED Technician I Full Time Nights (2506000629)

Job Summary

The ED Tech is a member of the emergency department patient care services team with primary responsibilities for technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities. The ED TECH works under the supervision of a registered nurse, who delegates tasks based on patient needs, ED Tech skills, and scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with care team members to ensure quality care and promote positive employee relations. Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork, and the mission, vision, and values of DMC.
2. Assist registered nurses by gathering data on patient conditions, observing patients directly, reporting changes in medical or emotional status, and documenting interventions and responses according to policy. Support nursing staff in emergency situations.
3. Assist in training and orientation of other technicians and care team members as directed.
4. Follow departmental policies, procedures, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
5. Maintain sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy, answer questions, explain procedures within scope, and ensure confidentiality.
6. Perform clerical duties as needed, such as answering phones, greeting patients and visitors.
7. Participate in workshops, educational programs, and review current literature to enhance personal growth. Share accountability for maintaining competencies.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Graduation from a practical nursing program OR completion of one of the following:

• A Certified PCA/PCT Program
• A Certified Nurse Assistant Program or equivalent
• A Medical Assistant Program
• An EMT Program
• A phlebotomy training program

Preferred: Six (6) months of direct patient care experience.

Additional Information

Position: Laboratory and Clinical Technicians

Primary Location and Facility details are provided. Employment practices are non-discriminatory. Applicants will undergo a criminal background check upon conditional offer. The organization participates in E-Verify and WOTC programs. For more information, visit:

• E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
• WOTC: https://www.doleta.gov/business/incentives/opptax