Emergency Room Technician

Baylor Scott & White Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Night/Weekend shift differentials

401K Match (100% vested)

Paid Employee Referrals

Free Parking

Job summary

Emerus is seeking a Night Shift ER Technician to provide bedside care and clinical support in a small-format hospital setting in Fort Worth, TX. The role requires assisting with patient activities, monitoring vitals, and helping with specimen collection and lab testing.

The candidate should hold a high school diploma or GED and relevant medical training, with BLS at minimum and ACLS/PALS preferred; English fluency is essential for communication with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and appropriate medical training.
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS preferred in most markets.
• English fluency with strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience starting IVs, performing phlebotomy and initiating EKGs.

Responsibilities

• Collect, report, and document clinical data; take vitals and specimens.
• Perform lab tests per policies, COLA, and CLIA guidelines.
• Assist with patient care as designated by the nurse.
• Provide superficial wound care and maintain patient safety.
• Ensure patient privacy and infection control; maintain a clean environment.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge; travel to facility locations.

Skills

English fluency

IV start

Phlebotomy

EKG

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Corpsman program + 1 year experience

EMT-P / AEMT / Licensed Paramedic + 1 year experience

EMT-B + 1+ year ER experience

Nursing school (first year) + 1 year experience

2+ years ER technician experience

3+ years CNA hospital experience

3+ years anesthesia OR tech experience (Wisconsin market only)

Current BLS certification

Current ACLS certification

Current PALS certification

PA Act 33/Act 73 clearances (PA)

Job description

About Us

HIGHLIGHTS:

SHIFT: Night Shift (7pm-7am)

JOB TYPE: PRN

FACILITY TYPE: 16 bed Small-Format Hospital (8 ER, 8 Inpatient)

JOB PERKS: Night/Weekend shift differentials, 401K Match (100% vested day ONE after the eligibility period has been met!), Paid Employee Referrals. Free Parking!

HOSPITAL ADDRESS: ***NEW FACILITY*** Baylor Scott & White Hospital Alliance: 2952 HWY 114, Fort Worth, TX 76177

We are Emerus, the leader in small-format hospitals. We partner with respected and like-minded health systems who share our mission: To provide the care patients need, in the neighborhoods they live, by teams they trust. Our growing number of amazing partners includes Allegheny Health Network, Ascension, Baptist Health System, Baylor Scott & White Health, ChristianaCare, Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican, The Hospitals of Providence, INTEGRIS Health, MultiCare and WellSpan. Our innovative hospitals are fully accredited and provide highly individualized care. Emerus' commitment to patient care extends far beyond the confines of societal norms. We believe that every individual who walks through our doors deserves compassionate, comprehensive care, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances. We are committed to fostering a work environment focused on teamwork that celebrates diversity, promotes equity and ensures equal access to information, development and opportunity for all of our Healthcare Pros.

Position Overview

The purpose of this position is to provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas.

Essential Job Functions

• Collect, report, and document clinical data. Take vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collect specimens
• Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing in accordance with established policies and procedures, as well as COLA and CLIA regulations
• Assist with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient’s plan of care
• Provide for superficial wound care
• Provide for patient safety related to age and condition
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times
• Provide and maintain a clean, safe environment and perform and/or assist others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures
• Assist with the admission, transfer, and discharge of the patient

Other Job Functions

• Prepare patients and chaperone during examinations/procedures or assists with other patient treatments
• Maintain patient care areas with appropriate supplies
• Assist with patient restraints and maintain precautions; collect, report and document data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior
• Travel to all facility locations as required
• Attend staff meetings or other company sponsored or mandated meetings as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, required and completion of one of the following:
  • Completion of Medical Corpsman program and one year of applicable experience (OR)
  • Completion of EMT-P (Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic), AEMT (Advanced-EMT), Licensed Paramedic (LP) course/program and one year of applicable experience (OR)
  • Completion of EMT-B (Emergency Medical Technician-Basic) and 1+ years of emergency room experience as an ER Technician or hospital equivalent experience [Oklahoma, North TX, Wisconsin & Pennsylvania markets only] (OR)
  • Completion of the first year of education and current enrollment in an accredited School of Nursing and one year of applicable experience (OR)
  • 2+ years of emergency room experience as an ER Technician (OR)
  • 3+ years as a CNA with relevant hospital experience (Wisconsin market only)
  • 3+ years as a Certified Anesthesia Tech/OR Tech experience (Wisconsin market only)
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, required
• Current ACLS/ALS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required in most markets.
  • Exceptions where it is strongly preferred include Pittsburgh, Oklahoma, El Paso, DFW, and Central PA (WellSpan Hospitals)
  • Wisconsin (required only for EMT-P roles).
• Current PALS certifications through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, strongly preferred
• Experience with IV start, phlebotomy, and initiation of EKG, strongly preferred
• For the Las Vegas market only, one of the following is required:
  • Active Paramedic (EMT-P) license, maintained throughout employment (OR)
  • Active Advanced EMT (A-EMT) license, maintained throughout employment (OR)
  • Completion of an IV certification course (one-time requirement) AND one of the following:
    • Active phlebotomy license, maintained throughout employment (OR)
    • Lab Assistant certification, maintained throughout employment
• Position requires fluency in English; written and oral communication
• Pennsylvania Candidates: Act 33 (Child Abuse History Clearance), & Act 73 (FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance) completed within the last 5 years, or must be obtained prior to start date.