Emergency Dept Tech - Nights, .6 FTE

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin is seeking an EMT/Paramedic or Medical Assistant certified professional to join the Pediatric Emergency Department on two 12‑hour night shifts per week. Administers patient care under supervision, collaborates with nurses and physicians, and upholds HIPAA and hospital standards in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

The candidate should have strong communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, with at

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED/HSED required.
• Successful completion of EMT/AEMT/Paramedic program or Medical Assistant program required.
• 1+ years experience in Pediatrics, Emergency Department or Urgent Care preferred.
• Collaborative teamwork within an interdisciplinary group focused on patient care.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
• Exhibits strong decision-making skills.
• HIPAA compliance and patient privacy awareness.

Responsibilities

• Administers care to patients and performs various patient care activities and tasks in collaboration with emergency medicine providers and nurses.
• Collaborates with other staff members in the performance of duties.
• Complies with all established standards and practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Decision Making

HIPAA Compliance

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HSED

EMT / AEMT / Paramedic cert

Medical Assistant program

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. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day,

Schedule Details

two 12 hour shift/week (7pm-7am). Administers care to patients and performs various patient care activities and tasks in collaboration with and under the direction of emergency medicine providers and nurses. Collaborates with other staff members in the performance of duties. Complies with all established standards and practices.

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. Ability to perform while under stress. Ability to follow hospital policies, goals and procedures. Ability to recognize and effectively treat life‑threatening conditions. During periods of high volume, additional shifts may be required.

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. 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.

Certifications/Licenses

• + one of the following:
• 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.