Emergency Dept Tech - .9 FTE, Day

Children's Wisconsin; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin in Milwaukee is seeking an Emergency Department clinician to deliver life support and patient care for pediatric patients. You will work in a fast-paced environment, perform assessments, document in Epic, and collaborate with nurses and physicians.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, effective communication with families, and adherence to protocols. Orientation will cover new-hire training and department procedures in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED/HSED required.
• Completion of EMT, AEMT, Paramedic program or Medical Assistant training required.
• 1+ years experience in Pediatrics, Emergency Department or Urgent Care preferred.
• Collaborative teamwork skills within an interdisciplinary group focused on patient care.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
• Exhibits strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times according to policy and HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver basic and advanced life support care, treatment, and patient assessments in accordance with established protocols and standards of practice.
• Provide ongoing patient care and maintain accurate, timely documentation in Epic.
• Gather patient information, obtain and document vital signs, and prepare treatment areas to support efficient patient evaluation and care.
• Continuously monitor patient conditions, communicate changes to the care team, and document treatments and outcomes appropriately.
• Initiate and implement clinical interventions according to department protocols and assist providers and nurses with treatments, procedures, and diagnostic testing.
• Perform select clinical skills upon demonstrated competency and within hospital policy and professional scope of practice.
• Identify, assess, and help stabilize acutely ill or injured patients in collaboration with physicians and registered nurses.
• Educate patients and families on medical conditions, treatments, discharge instructions, and ongoing care needs.
• Partner closely with nursing and provider teams to deliver specialized care, including medication administration, patient reassessments, breathing treatments, suctioning, IV insertion, and discharge education.
• Safely transport and transfer patients for testing, treatment, and admissions.

Skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High school / GED / HSED

EMT / AEMT / Paramedic program

CMA / MA certification

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country.

Schedule Details

three 12 hour shifts/week (7am-7pm)

Join a fast-paced Emergency Department team where your clinical expertise, critical thinking, and compassion directly impact patient outcomes.

• Deliver basic and advanced life support care, treatment, and patient assessments in accordance with established protocols and standards of practice.
• Provide ongoing patient care and maintain accurate, timely documentation in Epic.
• Gather patient information, obtain and document vital signs, and prepare treatment areas to support efficient patient evaluation and care.
• Continuously monitor patient conditions, communicate changes to the care team, and document treatments and outcomes appropriately.
• Initiate and implement clinical interventions according to department protocols and assist providers and nurses with treatments, procedures, and diagnostic testing.
• Perform select clinical skills upon demonstrated competency and within hospital policy and professional scope of practice.
• Identify, assess, and help stabilize acutely ill or injured patients in collaboration with physicians and registered nurses.
• Educate patients and families on medical conditions, treatments, discharge instructions, and ongoing care needs.
• Partner closely with nursing and provider teams to deliver specialized care, including:
  • Medication administration per protocol
  • Patient reassessments
  • Breathing treatments and airway support
  • Suctioning assistance
  • Peripheral IV insertion
  • Acuity-specific discharge education
• Safely transport and transfer patients throughout the facility for testing, treatment, and admissions while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and continuing education opportunities to remain current on departmental updates, patient care practices, and operational improvements.

The Emergency Department/Trauma Center provides emergency health care for children and adolescents up until their 18th birthday who present for care.

Emergency care is provided for all types of illnesses and injuries, 24 hours a day.

The severity of illness and injury varies and is defined by the Triage guidelines as non-urgent, urgent, and emergent.

54% of all inpatient admissions will come from the EDTC, which is 17% of all EDTC patients.

With the frequent populations seen, collaborative practice protocols help to expedite care delivered.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness.

We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Requirements

• High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required
• Successful completion of a state approved Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), or Paramedic program or course, or graduate of Medical Assistant Program (Clinical Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or Registered Medical Assistant) required
• 1+ years experience in Pediatrics, Emergency Department or Urgent Care preferred
• Collaborative teamwork skills within an interdisciplinary group focused on patient care.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
• Exhibits strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times according to policy and procedure and HIPAA requirements.
• Demonstrates compassion and patience with a deep level of concern for patients.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a positive manner with patients, family, public, and other health care workers.
• Must be able to cope with stressful situations, including death and dying and dealing with anguished relatives.

Orientation

If hired attendance will be required the first week at a New Hire Welcome day on Monday from 9a-4p.

There are 3 days of central care partner orientation from 8a-4:30p on Tuesday, Wed and Thursday that first week. We prefer participation in all the sessions, but at minimum, the Thursday session is mandatory.

Certifications / Licenses

• N/A, BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council
• CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants
• EMT-Emergency Medical Technician National - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
• LP-Licensed Paramedic National - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children

We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options.

Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team.

Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best.

Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.