Emergency Room Technical Asst

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking an Emergency Room Technical Assistant to be the go-to support person keeping our ER running smoothly.

Under the supervision of registered nurses and providers, you will assist with vital signs, EKG monitoring, patient transport, room preparation, and ensuring supplies and equipment are ready for care.

This role offers exposure to fast-paced emergency care and opportunities to grow within a leading academic medical center.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BCLS certification required.
• B-EMT certification (or equivalent) required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Completion of a nursing education program (2-year degree or higher).
• Completion of a medical doctor education program.
• OR one year of ER Technical experience with relevant certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vital signs, EKG monitoring, and other technical tasks under RN/provider supervision.
• Help with patient positioning, comfort measures, and basic care needs.
• Prepare treatment areas, restock supplies, and ensure equipment readiness.
• Communicate with patients and families, answering questions and providing reassurance.
• Collaborate with nurses, providers, and ER staff to deliver care.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and maintain a clean environment.
• Assist with patient transport and documentation support.
• Support the ER team in a fast-paced environment.

Education

High School diploma or GED

BCLS certification

B-EMT certification

Medical Assistant program

Nursing education program (2-year degree or higher)

Medical doctor education program

ER Technical experience (1 year)

Job description

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Ready To Make a Real Difference In The Fast-paced World Of Emergency Medicine? As An Emergency Room Technical Assistant, You'll Be The Go-to Support Person Keeping Our ER Running Smoothly! Here's What You'll Be Doing

• **Jump into action** supporting patient care by assisting with vital signs, EKG monitoring, and other technical tasks under the guidance of our nursing and provider team
• **Be the helping hand** patients need—assist with patient positioning, comfort measures, and basic care needs while they're in our care
• **Keep things moving** by helping prepare treatment areas, restocking supplies, and ensuring equipment is ready to go when our clinical team needs it
• **Communicate like a pro** with patients and families, answering questions and providing reassurance during their ER visit
• **Work as a team player** collaborating closely with nurses, providers, and other ER staff to deliver excellent patient care
• **Stay sharp** by following all safety protocols, infection control procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized treatment environment
• **Lend a hand** with patient transport, documentation support, and other tasks that keep the ER operating at peak efficiency
• **Embrace the energy** of emergency medicine—no two days are the same, and you'll be part of a dynamic team that thrives on helping people when they need it most

All duties performed under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or Provider, within your scope of practice.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring to the Team:

Must-Haves

• High School diploma or GED equivalent—your foundation for success
• BCLS certification—because safety and patient care are non-negotiable
• One of the following to hit the ground running:
• B-EMT certification
• Completion of a formal Medical Assistant program
• Completion of a formal nursing education program (2-year degree or higher)
• Completion of a formal medical doctor education program
• OR one (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience (with applicable certification/program completed within 12 months of hire)

Ready To Thrive

• Willingness to embrace our 180-day orientation period—we'll invest in your success
• Ability to work under the direct supervision of registered nurses and providers within your scope of practice
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, infection control, and professional excellence

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous Emergency Department Technician or Medical Assistant experience
• EMT license
• Passion for emergency medicine and a track record of thriving in fast-paced environments

If you've got the core qualifications and the drive to make a real impact in emergency care, we want to hear from you!