Emergency Department Technician

Froedtert South, Inc.; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Froedtert South, Inc. Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to assist ED physicians and nurses in delivering patient care across the lifespan.

The role requires high school completion plus EMT/CNA/MA training and current BLS/CPR certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Ideal candidates may hold an NREMT certification or Wisconsin EMT Basic, CNA, or MA credentials from an accredited associate degree program.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Current BLS and/or CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• NREMT, or Wisconsin EMT Basic, or Wisconsin CNA, or Medical Assistant from an associate degree program are acceptable

Responsibilities

• Performs technical skills under supervision of ED physicians and RNs for all patients across lifespan.
• Assists with patient data collection, patient care, clerical duties, and proper documentation/communication.
• Supports interdepartmental and inter-hospital transfers, including EMS handoffs to ED staff.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

HS diploma + EMT/CNA/MA training

Job description

Emergency Department Technician

Froedtert South, Inc. Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the Emergency Department Technician provides patient care for all patients throughout the lifespan.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

High School plus specialized training for EMT, C.N.A. or Medical Assistant (2 months to 2 years)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Entry Level

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Current status as a National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT), a licensed Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic, a Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) or a Medical Assistant (MA) who is a graduate of an associate degree program for Medical Assisting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Performs technical skills under the supervision of the Emergency Department physicians and RNs for all patients throughout the lifespan.

Assists medical and nursing staff with patient data collections, patient care, clerical duties and documents/communicates appropriately.

Assists with facilitating interdepartmental and inter-hospital patient transfers as well as patient transfers between the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers and the Emergency Department.