Emergency Department Tech: Trauma Response & Patient Care

Yale New Haven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health in New London, CT, is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to assist with care of patients of all ages under RN/MD supervision. Responsibilities include preparing rooms, stocking supplies, and delivering instruments to sterilization, while maintaining patient safety and comfort.

Required education is a High School diploma or equivalent; EMT-B certification with 2 years' experience or 1 year ED Tech experience preferred; or enrollment in nursing program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• EMT-B certification with 2 years' experience or 1 year ED Tech experience preferred; or enrollment in an accredited Nursing program.
• Two years recent Government Corpsmen experience; or 1 year ED Tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up trauma and treatment areas, including pleurovacs, IVs, and patient monitoring.
• Document care provided and patient interactions in the medical chart.
• Assist emergency physicians with suturing, dressings, and basic splinting.
• Stock unit supplies and report defective equipment during shifts.
• Transport patients to Med/Surg, OB, or telemetry units as needed.
• Respond to patient calls and assist with routine care tasks.
• Perform CPR and phlebotomy when directed after competency requirements.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma Or Equivalent

Job description

Yale New Haven Health in New London, CT, is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to assist with care of patients of all ages under RN/MD supervision. Responsibilities include preparing rooms, stocking supplies, and delivering instruments to sterilization, while maintaining patient safety and comfort.

Required education is a High School diploma or equivalent; EMT-B certification with 2 years' experience or 1 year ED Tech experience preferred; or enrollment in nursing program.