Emergency Dept Tech & Unit Coordinator — Patient Care

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking an Emergency Department Tech/Unit Coordinator to provide clinical patient care support under RN supervision in a fast-paced ED. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, trauma care, and assisting with admissions and discharges.

Essential duties cover vital signs, safety checks, equipment management, and documentation in hospital systems, with emphasis on patient mobility, hygiene, and comfort. BLS certification and ED exposure are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of recognized Clinical Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT training.
• BLS certification required by AHA.
• Prior ED experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure/intake-output, vital signs, heights/weights.
• Apply and document restraints and safety checks.
• Perform venipuncture and 12-lead EKG testing as directed.
• Transcribe orders and assist with MD/NP/PA procedures.
• Transport patients, lab work, specimens, and supplies.
• Organize and disinfect equipment; maintain infection control.
• Assist with admission/discharge processes and charting.
• Support patient mobility, hygiene, and comfort needs.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient transport

Medical documentation

Equipment handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Clinical Assistant/Medical Assistant/EMT training

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Hospital EMR/SMS system

Job description

UofL Health is seeking an Emergency Department Tech/Unit Coordinator to provide clinical patient care support under RN supervision in a fast-paced ED. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, trauma care, and assisting with admissions and discharges.

Essential duties cover vital signs, safety checks, equipment management, and documentation in hospital systems, with emphasis on patient mobility, hygiene, and comfort. BLS certification and ED exposure are preferred.