Emergency Department Technician

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Part time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to provide essential clinical and clerical support under RN guidance. You will assist with non-invasive care, monitor patients, transport, and help keep the ED clean, safe, and efficient.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least one year of clinical experience, and EMT-B certification (or CPI/MOAB trainings as applicable). BLS certification preferred and must be obtained within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of clinical experience preferred.
• EMT-B certification (Required upon hire or preferred) with CPI/MOAB training; BLS preferred within 30 days.

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 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

Skills

Clinical teamwork

Vital signs monitoring

Non-invasive care

Clerical support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

EKG equipment

Job description

Overview

The Emergency Department Technician provides essential clinical and clerical support under the supervision of Registered Nurses and physicians. This role supports patient care through non-invasive clinical tasks, patient monitoring, transport, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient care environment.

Key Details

• Area of Interest: Patient Care
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.4
• Department: Emergency/Emer & Trauma
• Shift: Day/Evening
• Job ID: 186844

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)