Emergency Center Technician

University Health System- San Antonio; Selma (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System- San Antonio is seeking an Emergency Center Technician to support the emergency department with patient care data, preparation, and treatment procedures.

The role involves taking vital signs, assisting EC staff, and transporting patients as needed to ensure efficient, safe patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or higher
• Valid Texas EMT certification or equivalent (3 years in a comparable ED or 2 years in the military with similar experience) preferred
• Current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or BLS Instructor Provider card required

Responsibilities

• Reports and records direct and indirect patient care data.
• Assists Emergency Center staff with patient preparation and treatment procedures for acute and non-acute cases.
• Takes patients' vital signs and transports patients as required.

Skills

Take vital signs

Patient care data management

Patient preparation and treatment

Patient transport

Education

High school diploma or higher

Texas EMT certification or equivalent

AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or Instructor Provider card

Job description

University Health is currently seeking an Emergency Center Technician to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a reputation for exceptional service and patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports and records direct and indirect patient care data. Assists Emergency Center (EC) staff with patient preparation and treatment procedures, both acute and non-acute illnesses and injuries. Takes patients' vital signs and transports patients to other locations as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A high school diploma, its equivalent, or higher degree is required.
• Valid Texas EMT certification or equivalent experience (3 years experience in a comparable emergency department or 2 year’s experience in the military with similar experience) is preferred.
• Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.