Emergency Department Technician — Fast-Paced Patient Care Pro

Socket.dev; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & parental leave

401K matching

Dental & health insurance

Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids seeks an ED support technician to assist in non-invasive clinical tasks under RN/physician supervision. You will help with vital signs, transport, patient hygiene, equipment setup and environment cleanliness to ensure patient safety and smooth care delivery.

Responsibilities include accurate vital sign collection, EMR documentation, EKGs, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to support individualized care plans in a fast-paced emergency department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• EMT-B certification is required/accepted.
• BLS certification through AHA preferred/required within 30 days.
• CPI certification required within 90 days of hire.
• MOAB training required within 90 days.
• Mandatory Reporter Training (Child/Dependent Abuse) as applicable.
• EMT-B certification accepted from IA/IL/WI.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with RNs and care team to support care plans and improve patient outcomes.
• Accurately obtain, monitor, and document vital signs and clinical data in the EMR.
• Deliver non-invasive clinical and clerical support in the ED under RN/physician direction.
• Perform EKGs, assist with patient transport, and support activities of daily living.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and treatment areas.
• Document processes precisely and timely in the EMR per regulatory standards.
• Promote a safe, clean care environment following infection prevention protocols.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with good judgment.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and patient-centered care.

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year clinical experience (preferred)

EMT-B certification

BLS certification

CPI certification

MOAB training

Mandatory Reporter Training: Child Abuse/Dependent Adult (IA/IL)

EMT-B certification accepted from IA/IL/WI

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids seeks an ED support technician to assist in non-invasive clinical tasks under RN/physician supervision. You will help with vital signs, transport, patient hygiene, equipment setup and environment cleanliness to ensure patient safety and smooth care delivery.

Responsibilities include accurate vital sign collection, EMR documentation, EKGs, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to support individualized care plans in a fast-paced emergency department.