Emergency Department Tech - East Madison Hospital

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking Emergency Technicians for a part-time evening shift (60% FTE). You will be among the first responders in the Emergency Room, assisting with blood draws, starting IVs, and charting in the Electronic Medical Record.

Qualified candidates have EMT-Basic certification; AEMT or Paramedic preferred. CPR/BLS is required. UW Health offers comprehensive benefits and varied scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Completion of EMT-Basic required.
• AEMT or Paramedic program preferred.
• Relevant ED or hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

EMT-Basic

CPR/BLS

EMS experience

Education

EMT-Basic training

Tools

EMR system

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!

Emergency Technicians at UW Health

• 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.

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

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