Emergency Department Tech - East Madison Hospital

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Flexible schedules

Tuition benefits eligibility

Wellness options at work

Career advancement support

Job summary

The Emergency Department Technician role at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, WI is part-time 60% FTE with an evening shift. The position requires EMT-Basic certification and offers progression with AEMT/Paramedic preferred, CPR/BLS certification, and EMS experience.

You will assist with blood draws, IV starts, and patient care in a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma Center. Responsibilities include documenting in the EMR, coordinating with providers and families,

Qualifications

• EMT-Basic certification required.
• Advanced EMT or Paramedic training preferred.
• Experience in Emergency Departments or EMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients in the Emergency Room.
• Assist with blood draws, start IVs and catheters.
• Utilize state-of-the-art equipment.
• Communicate with providers, nurses, patients and families about care.
• Record information in the EMR.
• Respond to pages/codes and assist as directed.
• Observe behavioral health situations as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

EMT knowledge

Education

EMT-Basic certification

AEMT/Paramedic training

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Work Schedule :

Part-time, 60% FTE, evening shift. Shifts are scheduled as either 8 and/or 12-hour shifts between the hours of 11:00am - 3:30am, weekend rotation is required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Bring your EMT experience to a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma Center and the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking an Emergency Department (ED) Technician to:

• Provide compassionate care to patients as they receive treatment in the Emergency Room.
• Be one of the first people a patient interacts with and assist with taking blood samples and getting IVs and catheters started.
• Utilize state-of-the-art equipment.
• Communicate directly with providers, nurses, patients, patient's families, and other caregivers regarding care for patients.
• Record information in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Respond to pages/codes and assist as directed.
• Act as an observer for behavior health complaints.

Emergency Technicians at UW Health

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Completion of EMT-Basic Required
• Completion of AEMT or Paramedic program Preferred

Work Experience

• Relevant experience in Emergency Departments, hospitals, or other healthcare entities to include EMS Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• EMT - Basic license or National Registry of EMT Required
• CPR/BLS certification Required
• National Registry or Wisconsin Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic license Preferred
• ACLS and PALS certification Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health East Madison Hospital

is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.