Emergency Department Technician

Talentify; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support ED physicians and nurses in providing comprehensive patient care across all ages. Under RN supervision, you will assist with data collection, routine nursing tasks, and basic clerical duties in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates have high school education plus EMT/CNA/MA training and current BLS/CPR certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days. Prior EMS or hospital experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Entry-level role requiring basic patient care skills.
• EMT, CNA, or Medical Assistant training accepted.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care tasks under supervision of ED physicians and RNs across all ages.
• Assists with patient data collection, basic care, and clerical duties.
• Facilitates interdepartmental and EMS-to-ED transfers as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School + EMT/CNA/MA training

Job description

• 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.