Emergency Department Technician I

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support physicians and nurses in delivering urgent care during the night shift. This part-time role (24 hours/week) requires a high school diploma, EMT-B or equivalent certification, and prior clinical experience.

De-escalation training and BLS must be completed within specified timelines. The position offers a competitive base pay per hour with potential shift differentials and comprehensive benefits as part

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• EMT-B with state or national certification at time of hire OR completion of US Military Hospital Corps School OR current student enrolled in clinical program with ≥1 semester completed.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians, advanced practitioners, or nurses in implementing plans of care for emergency patients.
• Performs patient procedures and treatments under supervision.
• Participates in de-escalation and safety training as required within 15 days of hire.

Skills

Clinical experience

De-escalation training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as an Emergency Department Technician.

Position Status: Part Time (24 hours/week), night shift

Position Location: Sentara Leigh Hospital Emergency Department

Overview

Assists the Physician, Advanced Practitioner, or Nurse in implementing plans of care for emergency/minor emergency care patients. Performs patient procedures and treatments under the supervision of the Physician, Advanced Practitioner, or Nurse.
De-escalation and physical intervention training within 15 days of hire.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire for all incumbents.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

New incumbents must have one of the following in addition to the minimum Education:

• EMT-B with state or national certification at time of hire OR
• Successful completion of US Military Hospital Corps School, qualified MMAC candidates OR
• Current student enrolled in clinical program (e.g., RN, LPN, Respiratory, Physical Therapy) having completed at least one semester within the program.

Candidates with prior employment in the Sentara ED Tech job code in the past two years will also be considered in lieu of the 3 criteria above.

Experience

• Previous clinical experience (Required)

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $20.07 - $29.88 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Sentara Leigh Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 274-bed acute care facility that opened in 1903 and relocated to its present site in 1977. Our hospital completed a renovation in 2016, including two new patient towers, a beautiful atrium, and a multi-story parking garage. Sentara Leigh Hospital includes a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital providing patients access to a full continuum of orthopedic care, from the preoperative phase and surgery to rehabilitation and home care services. Along with being a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, we also specialize in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, maternity care, and general surgery. We are also home to the region’s only 24-hour hyperbaric oxygen program that helps speed up the healing of carbon monoxide poisoning, wounds that won’t heal, infections in which tissues are starved for oxygen, airborne chemical exposures, and scuba diving accidents.