Emergency Patient Care Tech

CommonSpirit Health; Live Oak (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA is seeking an ED Tech to support the Emergency Department with patient admissions, discharges, vital signs, and basic procedures. You will help maintain a safe, organized environment and document observations to assist nurses and physicians.

The role requires calm, proactive communication using the AIDET framework, teamwork, and reliable care in a fast-paced setting. Previous ED patient care and CPR/AHA BLS certification are preferred, with EMT California and

Qualifications

• Minimum one year direct patient care in an ED or emergent setting.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR.
• Emergency Medical Technician: CA and National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Basic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Measure and document vital signs, including orthostatics, and report abnormalities.
• Maintain a clean, organized ED environment and support nursing/medical teams.
• Document care provided and changes in patient condition for care continuity.
• Communicate using the AIDET framework with patients and families.

Skills

AIDET communication

Vital signs measurement

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Documentation accuracy

Education

EMT Certification CA

NREMT Basic

AHA BLS CPR

Tools

EMR Documentation System

Vital signs monitors

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an ED Tech, you will provide crucial support and direct patient care in the fast-paced Emergency Department, ensuring efficient operations and compassionate assistance during critical moments.

Every day you will expertly assist with patient admissions and discharges, perform vital signs and basic medical procedures, maintain a clean and organized environment, and meticulously document observations to support the nursing staff and physician team.

To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding adaptability, strong communication skills, and a calm, proactive demeanor, contributing significantly to timely patient care and a smooth-running ED.

• Utilizes the AIDET principle to communicate with others, with a focus on patients and their families. Acknowledge Introduce Explain Duration Thank
• Reports and documents all care rendered to patient, patient/family.
• Reports and documents all changes in patients conditions including behavior and psychosocial.
• Utilizes Chain of Command appropriately as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to measure and record vital signs, including orthostatics.
• Demonstrates knowledge of vital sign ranges in all ranges and notifies licensed nursing staff of any abnormal vital sign.
• Demonstrates ability to accurately measure and record weights on all patients in ED.

Job Requirements

Required

• Minimum one (1) year previous direct patient care in an emergency department, ambulance, fire or emergent pre-hospital setting.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR
• Emergency Medical Technician: CA
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Basic

Preferred

• EKG experience

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1941, Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital is a 188-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Cruz, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, orthopedics, and a Family Birthing Center. Additionally, Dominican Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has been awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care.

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