Emergency Department Technician, Adult ED (24 Hours, Night)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement programs

Highly subsidized medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

Pathways leadership program

Job summary

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is seeking an Emergency Department Technician for the Adult ED. You will work under RN supervision to provide direct clinical and support services, contributing to patient- and family-centered care in a fast-paced ED setting.

Responsibilities include vital signs, hygiene assistance, wound care support, and environment safety. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, BLS/CPR, and either ED tech or EMT experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS/CPR certification required or obtained within 30 days.
• Ability to pass clinical competency testing.
• Prior ED technician, EMT, or nursing program rotation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient care interventions in the ED.
• Obtain vital signs, assist with hygiene, dressing wounds, and support patient comfort.
• Maintain safe, clean ED environment and assist with inventories.
• Support efficient ED operations and patient/family outcomes.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

CPR / BLS

Medical terminology

EMT experience

Clinical teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

Nursing program in progress

ED Technician training

EMT certification

Job description

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our care teams are changing the face of healthcare. At every level and on every unit, the BMC nursing team is advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients, families, and community. Join our Magnet® recognized organization as a Emergency Department Technician and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all, so you can deliver the type of care you know your patients deserve. As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional care for patients begins with caring for our staff. That’s why you’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth. There’s never been a better or more exciting time to become a BMC Emergency Department Technician.

Position: Emergency Department Technician Location: Adult ED Schedule: 24 Hours, Night

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Emergency Department Technician in our Emergency Department (ED), you will be a key member of the healthcare team at BMC. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice, our Emergency Department Technicians provide direct clinical and support services. Using our patient-centered care model and uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, you will participate in the delivery of care to our patients and their families. You will also work cooperatively with all healthcare team members to provide a variety of support services to meet patient, family, and staff needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the ED and their families.
• Clinical services could include, but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and emotional support.
• Perform a variety of environmental and inventory activities to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the ED.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the ED, ensuring quality patient/family clinical outcomes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A high school diploma or GED certificate
• Certification in basic life support (BLS), including CPR certification (must be current or obtained within 30 days of employment)
• Ability to pass clinical competency testing
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities
• Basic math and computer proficiency
• One of the following:
• One year of previous experience as a Emergency Department Technician in an acute hospital setting
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed two cycles of clinical rotation
• Completed an approved Emergency Department Technician training
• Completed an approved Emergency Department Technician training
• One year of previous experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult ED positions only)
• Fluency in another language a plus
• Previous medical/surgical experience preferred

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• High provider-to-patient ratios that often exceed state standards for quality and safety
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, development, and growth
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System

ABOUT THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER:

As the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England, BMC is a national model of excellence in emergency medicine. Our ED serves more than 130,000 patients each year, providing 24/7 cutting-edge, comprehensive, team-based emergency medical care. Our team consists of experienced emergency medicine attending physicians and residents, advanced practice providers, emergency nurses, mental health specialists, social workers, and case managers. We have a specialized pediatric emergency department staffed by board certified pediatricians and pediatric emergency medicine specialists.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range: $24.09- $28.22 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.