Emergency Department Tech — Night Shift, Compassionate Care

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Georgia seeks an Emergency Department Tech (FT Nights) to support patient care in the ED. Responsibilities include vital signs, EKG monitoring, glucose testing, wound care, aseptic technique, and safe patient transport under RN supervision.

The role requires BLS or equivalent certification, effective communication, and willingness to be a team-player in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• All certifications required upon hire (BLS or ARC-BLS or BLS-Instructor).
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document vital signs; inform nurse if abnormal.
• Perform 12-lead EKG and hand to ED physician.
• Perform bedside blood sugar testing; inform nurse if abnormal.
• Measure and apply extremity splints as directed by nurse or physician.
• Instruct patient regarding safe crutch ambulation techniques with return demonstration.

Skills

Vital signs

12-lead EKG

Bedside glucose testing

Aseptic technique

Cardiac monitor observation

Crutch ambulation instruction

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Vital signs monitors

Pulse oximetry monitors

Stretcher/wheelchair transport equipment

Job description

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Georgia seeks an Emergency Department Tech (FT Nights) to support patient care in the ED. Responsibilities include vital signs, EKG monitoring, glucose testing, wound care, aseptic technique, and safe patient transport under RN supervision.

The role requires BLS or equivalent certification, effective communication, and willingness to be a team-player in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.