Emergency Dept Tech: Rapid Patient Care & Vitals Pro

Fort Smith Emergency Hospital; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Nutex Health seeks an Emergency Department Tech to support the ED team with vital signs, venipuncture, IV placement, wound care and point-of-care testing. You will assist with lab equipment and maintain quality controls while ensuring accurate EMR data entry and patient database updates.

Qualified candidates have EMT-Paramedic certification, 2+ years EMS experience, 1 year hospital experience, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and strong interpersonal skills to engage with staff, patients, and families in a

Qualifications

• EMT-Paramedic certification required.
• Minimum of two years experience in emergency medical services.
• 1 year of hospital experience.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate well with all levels of hospital staff, patients, and their families.
• Proficient in computer applications and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Accurately perform vital signs, venipuncture, and IV placement.
• Clean and dress wounds as needed.
• Operate laboratory equipment, conduct point-of-care testing, and maintain quality controls.
• Demonstrate knowledge of lab instrument operations.
• Monitor and restock medical supplies in the ED.
• Report any equipment issues to the nurse manager promptly.
• Maintain and update patient databases under established procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR proficiency

Communication

Education

EMT-Paramedic certification

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Banner Nutex Health seeks an Emergency Department Tech to support the ED team with vital signs, venipuncture, IV placement, wound care and point-of-care testing. You will assist with lab equipment and maintain quality controls while ensuring accurate EMR data entry and patient database updates.

Qualified candidates have EMT-Paramedic certification, 2+ years EMS experience, 1 year hospital experience, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and strong interpersonal skills to engage with staff, patients, and families in a