Emergency Dept Tech - Compassionate Patient Care

Mercy Health; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Tuition assistance

Career development

Job summary

Mercy Health’s Harbour View Emergency Department seeks an ED Tech to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a registered nurse or healthcare professional. Responsibilities include patient comfort, vital signs, basic lab work, ECGs, wound care, and 1:1 safety support in a fast-paced unit.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred at hire, must obtain prior to direct patient care.
• Current certification for EMR/EMT/Medical Assisting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care and tasks including care, comfort, vital signs, hygiene, mobility assistance, lab draws, ECGs, and wound care under RN guidance.
• Completes patient rounding and safety companion services as needed.
• Maintains accurate documentation and participates in handoffs and unit communication.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse and reports changes or concerns.

Skills

Computer literacy

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

CPR

EKG

Wound care

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mercy Health’s Harbour View Emergency Department seeks an ED Tech to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a registered nurse or healthcare professional. Responsibilities include patient comfort, vital signs, basic lab work, ECGs, wound care, and 1:1 safety support in a fast-paced unit.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team to improve outcomes.