Emergency Department Tech - Per Diem - East Campus

University of California San Diego; Del Cerro (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking an ED Technician for per diem coverage at East Campus. You will support RNs in delivering high-quality care, perform clinical and non-clinical tasks, and assist with procedures, safety, and patient transport.

The role requires ED experience, BART/BLS certification, and EMT/CNA credentials may be preferred. Expect night shifts across multiple facilities with potential cross-site assignments.

Qualifications

• BART or BLS certification required at time of hire or within six months.
• Minimum 1 year of recent ED, pre-hospital, psychiatric, acute or critical care experience.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Take patient vital signs and document data accurately and promptly.
• Assist with ADLs to support comfort and dignity.
• Label, collect, and transport lab specimens per protocols.
• Prepare for procedures and assist during procedures and resuscitation.
• Maintain safety and serve as a sitter when needed.
• Support safe patient transfers and mobility within care areas.
• Sterilize and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Manage supply logistics for equipment and supplies.
• Perform clerical tasks to support coordination with physicians and departments.
• Assist with scheduling, supply management, and governance committees.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Collaboration

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

BART or BLS certification

California EMT, MHW and/or CNA certification

Emergency Department experience (1 year)

Job description

Payroll Title: EMERGENCY TRAUMA TCHN PD

Department: EC Emergency Services

Hiring Pay Scale: $34.41 / Hour

Worksite: East Campus Medical Center (Alvarado Road)

Appointment Type: Per Diem

Appointment Percent: 20%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 2

Work Schedule: Nights, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#141384 Emergency Department Tech - Per Diem - East Campus

Filing Deadline: Mon 9/28/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

DESCRIPTION

The Emergency Department (ED) Technician works under the direct supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and supports the interdisciplinary care team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care. As a vital member of the patient care team, the ED Tech performs a variety of clinical and non-clinical tasks to ensure efficient and effective patient care.

• Collect and document patient vital signs and observational data accurately and promptly.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Collect, label, and transport laboratory specimens in accordance with established protocols.
• Prepare and set up for minor procedures; assist RNs and physicians during procedures and resuscitation efforts.
• Maintain patient and environmental safety, including serving as a sitter when assigned.
• Support patient mobility, including safe transfers and transport to and from care areas.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain standard and specialized patient care equipment.
• Manage supply logistics, ensuring availability and functionality of medical equipment and supplies.
• Perform clerical and secretarial duties to support patient care coordination, including communication with physicians and other departments.
• Participate in additional responsibilities such as scheduling, supply management, and shared governance committees, as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Minimum one (1) year of recent experience in an emergency department, pre-hospital, psychiatric, acute care, or critical care setting.
• Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and quality care.
• De-escalation and behavioral management training with a commitment to get CPI within six (6) months of the hire date.
• Demonstrates computer knowledge and skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• California EMT, MHW and/or CNA certification.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to work at UCSD East Campus, Hillcrest and La Jolla hospitals. Employees will float between the Emergency Department and Inpatient Departments.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $71,848 - $71,848 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $34.41 - $34.41

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace