Emergency Department Technician I - Peds ED

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Emergency Department Technician I at MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center) reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach in the ED. This role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification within 2 weeks of hire, and ongoing maintenance.

Typical shifts include 2-3 twelve-hour nights per week, with weekend and holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support within 2 weeks of hire and must be maintained thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, perform multi-skilled activities to support a patient-centered ED environment.
• Assist in ED operations to help achieve desired patient care outcomes.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Emergency Department Technician I reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Emergency Department Technician I performs multi‑skilled activities to support a decentralized patient‑centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub‑Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000422 CHS - Emergency Department (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30

Work Shift

Nights (United States of America)

Job Description

Entity/Organization

MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

Hours per week

30

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift

2-3 12‑hour shifts per week including weekends and holidays

Fair Labor Standards Act Status

Hourly

Job Summary/Purpose

The Emergency Department Technician I reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Emergency Department Technician I performs multi‑skilled activities to support a decentralized patient‑centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes.

Minimum Training and Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain Current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform as kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform as kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform as kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform as kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform as kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform as kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

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