Emergency Room Technician

The University of Vermont Health Network; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network seeks an ER Technician to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in our emergency department in New York. This role supports nursing staff by performing delegated tasks and maintaining a safe, patient-centered environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic reading and comprehension of medical terminology, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
• Experience as nurse aide or EMT preferred, or ability to complete training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Confidentiality

Medical terminology literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The ER Technician provides direct care to patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The ER Technician performs those direct care activities which are allowed to be delegated to unlicensed personnel under the New York State Practice Act, regulations, hospital policies and standards met by Nursing Services.

Qualifications / Job Requirements:

Education / Skills Required:

• Must be high school graduate or equivalent work experience, including ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
• Previous experience as nurse aide or EMT preferred, or ability to satisfactorily complete training program.
• Must possess a high level of interpersonal skills to interact with patient’s families, staff and management.
• Must be highly motivated, able to work outside the normal working hours as volume demands.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.