Emergency Department Technician: Vital Signs & EKG Support

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking an Emergency Department Technician who assists registered nurses in patient care, prepares supplies, and supports clinical and clerical tasks in a fast-paced ED. The role includes taking vitals, assisting with procedures, CPRes, transporting patients, and ensuring room readiness while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualified candidates bring 6 months of EMT/medical support experience, AHA BLS, and PALS within timelines. ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS certification must be current within 90 days of hire.
• PALS certification must be current within 2 years of hire.
• Minimum 6 months experience in EMT, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EKG or related healthcare field.

Responsibilities

• Takes vitals and delivers specimens to the lab under RN direction.
• Performs EKGs and assists with medical procedures.
• Provides patient transport to areas within the hospital for procedures and admissions.
• Sets up monitors and completes checklists.
• Maintains department supplies and coordinates with RN/LPN for patient care priorities.

Skills

EMT license preferred

ACLS within 1 year

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Stress management

Education

BLS (AHA) active within 90 days

PALS active within 2 years

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking an Emergency Department Technician who assists registered nurses in patient care, prepares supplies, and supports clinical and clerical tasks in a fast-paced ED. The role includes taking vitals, assisting with procedures, CPRes, transporting patients, and ensuring room readiness while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualified candidates bring 6 months of EMT/medical support experience, AHA BLS, and PALS within timelines. ACLS is preferred.