Emergency Room Technical Assistant

Henry Ford Health; Brownstown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health Center – Brownstown seeks an Emergency Room Technical Assistant to work alongside nurses and providers in a fast‑paced ER. This full‑time role (36 hours/week) on the midnight shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) supports patient assessments, specimen collection, and routine procedures, ensuring timely care and operational flow.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, BCLS certification, and ideally EMT or Medical Assistant training with ER experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BCLS certification required.
• One year of Emergency Room Technical experience preferred.
• Must complete a 180‑day orientation program within hire period.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments, exams, and treatments.
• Draw blood and collect specimens; perform EKGs.
• Inserts IVs and manages basic therapies as directed.
• Maintain room setup and prepare procedures with RN/Provider.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and equipment readiness.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Clinical procedures

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

BCLS Certification

EMT certification or Medical Assistant/nursing/MD program

1 year ER Technical experience

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Job Description

Department: Emergency Care - Brownstown

Location: Henry Ford Health Center – 23050 West Rd, Brownstown Twp, MI 48183

Schedule: Full-Time (36 Hours/Week), Every other weekend and holiday rotation

Shift: Midnight Shift 7:00 PM – 7:30AM

As an Emergency Room Technical Assistant, you’ll work side-by-side with nurses and providers to deliver timely, compassionate care during critical moments. Under direct supervision, you'll assist with procedures, perform vital tasks, and help ensure smooth operations in one of the hospital’s most dynamic environments.

This is an opportunity to gain valuable hands‑on experience while providing essential support to patients in urgent need.

About Our Unit

Henry Ford Health Center – Brownstown provides the Downriver and Brownstown Township communities, as well as southern Wayne and northern Monroe counties, a wide array of patient‑focused services to meet their healthcare needs. Our 20‑bed facility offers an easy‑access emergency room, full‑service laboratory, quick‑fill pharmacy, radiology services, diagnostic sleep center, outpatient surgery, and care from top physicians and specialists.

What You’ll Do

Your day‑to‑day impact includes:

• Assist with patient assessments, exams, and treatments
• Perform clinical tasks such as:
• Drawing blood & collecting specimens
• Performing EKGs
• Applying splints or immobilizers
• Taking vital signs (adult and pediatric)
• Inserting NG tubes, urethral catheters
• Starting and discontinuing IVs (as applicable)
• Prepare and assist with procedures including suturing, casting, pelvic exams, lumbar punctures, and more
• Recognize abnormal vitals or dysrhythmias and alert the RN/Provider immediately
• Provide patient and family support with professionalism and empathy
• Maintain equipment and supplies; clean and prepare rooms between patients
• Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and hospital standards

Qualifications

Education/Experience Required

• High School Diploma or GED required
• BCLS Certification required
• Previous experience in an Emergency Department or acute care setting is a strong plus
• One of the following is required at time of hire
• Basic EMT certification
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant, nursing, or MD program
• One year of Emergency Room Technical experience
• EMT license preferred
• Ability to successfully complete a 180-day orientation program

Certifications/Licensures Required

Must meet one of the following criteria:

• Basic EMT (B-EMT) certification
• Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant program
• Completion of a formal nursing education program
• Completion of a formal medical doctor education program

OR

• One (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience (Must complete one of the above certifications/programs within 12 months of hire)

Additional Requirements

• EMT license preferred
• Successful completion of a 180-day orientation period is required