Emergency Department Tech: Fast-Paced Care & Impact

Alameda Health System; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System in Oakland, CA is seeking an Emergency Department Technician. You will deliver patient care under RN supervision, assist with data collection, and perform tasks to support the ED team.

You’ll ensure charts are complete, transcribe orders, and help maintain a safe environment for patients and families. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and a background in clinical care plus CPR/BLS; EMT/CNA certifications and phlebotomy training are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year clinical experience preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification or higher is expected.
• Able to operate computer systems and enter data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within their scope of practice.
• Deliver care appropriate to patient age and needs.
• Complete basic physical observation on patients as assigned.
• Collaborate with health care team members.
• Ensure charts have forms; transcribe physician orders; restock supplies.
• Operate computer programs for orders and logs.
• Maintain a safe environment for staff, patients, and families.
• Protect patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Support organizational mission and goals in care delivery.
• Assist clinicians in patient care and maintain unit flow.
• Perform related duties as assigned and maintain records.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

EMR computer literacy

Order entry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Clinical data entry

Job description

Alameda Health System in Oakland, CA is seeking an Emergency Department Technician. You will deliver patient care under RN supervision, assist with data collection, and perform tasks to support the ED team.

You’ll ensure charts are complete, transcribe orders, and help maintain a safe environment for patients and families. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and a background in clinical care plus CPR/BLS; EMT/CNA certifications and phlebotomy training are valued.