Emergency Department Technician

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an ED support technician to assist with vital signs, patient transport, hygiene, and equipment setup under RN and physician supervision. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and team-based care in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of clinical experience preferred, and EMT-B with BLS (within 30 days). CPI/MOAB training is required within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year of clinical experience is preferred.
• EMT-B certification and BLS (within 30 days) are required or will be obtained.
• CPI and MOAB training are required within 90 days of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter Training (as applicable) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with RNs and care team to support personalized care plans.
• Accurately obtain, monitor, and document vital signs and clinical data in the EMR.
• Deliver non-invasive clinical and clerical support in the ED under supervision.
• Perform EKGs, assist with patient transport, and support daily living activities.
• Prepare, maintain and ensure proper functioning of clinical equipment and areas.
• Document promptly and accurately in the electronic health record per standards.
• Promote safety, cleanliness, and infection prevention in the care environment.
• Communicate effectively with the care team and demonstrate teamwork.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical data documentation

Patient care assistance

Interdisciplinary teamwork

EKG assistance

Patient transport

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR / Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of basic, non-invasive clinical and clerical support in the Emergency Department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and physicians. Plays an important role in patient care by assisting with vital signs, transport, patient hygiene, equipment setup, and environmental cleanliness to ensure a safe and efficient care environment. Reports and records observations and contribute to the efficient functionality of the department.

• Area of Interest: Patient Care
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9
• Department: Emergency/Emer & Trauma
• Shift: Day/Evening
• Job ID: 186847

Responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of basic, non-invasive clinical and clerical support in the Emergency Department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and physicians. Plays an important role in patient care by assisting with vital signs, transport, patient hygiene, equipment setup, and environmental cleanliness to ensure a safe and efficient care environment. Reports and records observations and contribute to the efficient functionality of the department.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with RNs and the interdisciplinary care team to support individualized plans of care and optimize patient outcomes
• Accurately obtain, monitor, and document vital signs and clinical data in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Deliver non-invasive clinical and clerical support within the Emergency Department under RN and physician direction
• Perform EKGs, assist with patient transport, and support activities of daily living while ensuring patient comfort and dignity
• Prepare, maintain, and ensure proper functioning of clinical equipment and treatment areas
• Maintain precise, timely documentation in the electronic health record in accordance with regulatory standards
• Promote a safe, clean, and compliant care environment following infection prevention and safety protocols
• Effective clinical communication and strong interdisciplinary teamwork
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with sound judgment
• High attention to detail with strong clinical documentation practices
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, safety, and service excellence

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED

Experience

• At least one year of clinical experience - Preferred

License(s)/Certification(s)

• Required (Upon Hire or Preferred):
  • Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) certification
    • Accepted from: Iowa Department of Public Health (IADPH), Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), or Wisconsin Department of Health Services (WI DHS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) (preferred upon hire; required within 30 days)
• Required Within 90 Days of Hire:
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification
  • Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training
  • Mandatory Reporter Training (as applicable to state of practice):
    • Child Abuse Reporting (IA and/or IL)
    • Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting (IA and/or IL)