Emergency Department Technician — Full‑Time Patient Care Pro

Ochsner Health System; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System seeks an Emergency Department Technician for Baptist Hospital in New Orleans. The role provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs clinical duties per departmental competency.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS from the American Heart Association, and CPI upon hire. Hospital experience is preferred, with strong communication and organizational skills essential for patient care.

Qualifications

• Required -High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required -None.
• Preferred - Hospital experience.
• Required -Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care with direct supervision of the registered nurse.
• Performs clinical job duties as outlined by departmental competency.
• Supports nursing and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures.
• Accurately documents patient related tasks.
• Maintains professional knowledge and required certifications through growth and development.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Computers and software usage

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-directed and independent work

Planning and time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ochsner Health System seeks an Emergency Department Technician for Baptist Hospital in New Orleans. The role provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs clinical duties per departmental competency.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS from the American Heart Association, and CPI upon hire. Hospital experience is preferred, with strong communication and organizational skills essential for patient care.