Emergency Department Technician

Hutchinson Health; Hutchinson (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Health in Minnesota is seeking a compassionate Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to join our fast-paced ED. You will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support timely, safe care.

Ideal candidates have completion of an EDT or EMT program, EMT/First Responder certification or paramedic license, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• EDT or EMT program completion required.
• EMT/First Responder certification or paramedic license required.
• BLS certification required or within 30 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist in patient monitoring and use of care technologies.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to support ED operations.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Fast-paced environment

Customer service mindset

Education

EDT/EMT program completion

EMT/First Respond certification or Paramedic License

BLS certification

Tools

Epic

EC tracking system

Telephones

Current patient care technology

Job description

Are you passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to join our team! In this role, you’ll provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, utilizing your skill and expertise to complement other health care providers.

Work Schedule: 9am-9:30 pm, variable workdays and every third weekend.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of EDT program or EMT program
• Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or First Responder certified, or Paramedic License
• BLS certification (If not current, within 30 days of start date)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.
• Familiarity and compliance with matters of law, regulations and internal policies affecting the employment relationship, (including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, EMTALA and discrimination and harassment laws).
• Proven proficiency with:
  • Telephones
  • Basic computer skills to include proficiency in Epic
  • Current patient care technology
  • EC tracking system

Join our team and help make a difference, one patient at a time!