Emergency Room Technician- East Bank

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Emergency Room Technician to join a dynamic team at a flagship medical center. This role involves assisting professional nurses with patient care, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring room readiness. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. With a commitment to compassionate care and innovative treatments, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients in critical need. Join a dedicated team that values integrity, service, and kindness while providing essential healthcare services to the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO/Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Assist professional nurses in delivering patient care and monitoring vital signs.
• Perform medical tasks such as IV setup and patient transport as directed.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care by assisting nurses and monitoring vital signs.
• Maintain room cleanliness and restock supplies as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Monitoring Vital Signs

Communication Skills

Creative Prioritization Skills

Independence and Critical Thinking

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Current EMT or ERT Certification

Current LPN, RN, or Nurse Practitioner Program Enrollment

Tools

Medical Equipment

Computer Applications

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking for an Emergency Room Technician (ERT) to join our ED team at our University of MN East Bank Hospital in Minneapolis, MN.

Job Summary:

The Emergency Room Technician (ERT) assists the professional nurse in delivering patient care, transporting patients and equipment, setting up and maintaining patient rooms, and managing supplies. Depending on unit needs and the discretion of the professional nurse, the ERT may be assigned patient care responsibilities.

Schedule: This position will be working 0.75 FTE (60 hours every two weeks). The shift length will be 12 hours on the NIGHT shift. This position will also work an every third weekend rotation.

About the location:

The emergency department at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center – East Bank is part of our flagship medical center along the Mississippi River on the University of Minnesota campus. Located in Minneapolis, we serve many adults and children in the city and from nearby communities who need care for an immediate or critical health concern.

Our emergency medicine physicians, nurses, and medical staff are experienced treating adults and children with any type of injury or emergency medical need. If you should need to stay at the hospital, the medical center offers a complete range of clinical services, including critical care, cardiology, cancer treatment, pulmonology, and organ transplantation. Our doctors and staff will provide you with compassionate care while using innovative treatments and leading-edge technology.

About Fairview:

Fairview Health Services is an industry-leading, award-winning nonprofit that offers an entire network of healthcare services. Fairview is one part of M Health Fairview, a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians and Fairview Health Services. Together, we combine the University’s deep history of clinical innovation and training with Fairview’s extensive roots in community medicine. Our care portfolio includes community hospitals, academic hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, senior facilities, facilitated living centers, rehabilitation centers, home health care services, counseling, pharmacies, and benefit management services.

Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.

Job Expectations:

Patient Care:

• Assist Professional Nurse: Help in patient care activities, following the nurse's guidance.
• Monitor Vital Signs: Provide emergency care by keeping track of patients’ vital signs.
• Patient Care Tasks: Perform point of care testing, IV setup, IV discontinuation, enema, suture removal, restraint application, catheterization, and 12 lead EKG as advised by RN.
• Transport Patients: Use wheelchair and cart to move patients.
• Assist with Medical Equipment: Measure and fit patients with casts, crutches, immobilizers, and splints.
• Assist with Ambulation and Positioning: Help patients move and position themselves.
• Transport Medical Samples: Move blood, urine, and other samples under RN direction.
• Support During Procedures: Assist doctors and nurses during procedures (e.g., eye lavage, ear irrigation, dressing changes, pelvic exam specimen collection).
• Patient Communication: Relay patient/family observations and concerns to RN.
• Respond to Requests: Address patient call lights/requests promptly.
• Ensure Privacy and Dignity: Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Adapt to Patient Needs: Modify tasks as needed for different ages and developmental abilities.
• Accurate Procedures: Adhere to correct procedures.
• Assist in Resuscitation: Support resuscitation efforts with CPR and bag/valve mask.
• Safety: Act as a patient safety sitter and report observations to RN.
• Documentation: Record patient care activities and procedures clearly, concisely, accurately, and promptly.

Room/Unit Maintenance:

• Restock Supplies: Ensure rooms, supplies, carts, and oxygen tanks are stocked.
• Room Clean-Up: Clean patient rooms between uses.
• Checklists: Complete room and cart checklists.

Equipment Quality Control:

• Quality Checks: Perform quality control on designated equipment.
• Report Issues: Notify RN of discrepancies and malfunctions.

Medication Transport:

• Transport Medication: Move medication from delivery to the Emergency Room department.

Required Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers): Certification required upon hire and must be maintained throughout employment. OnTrack participants must obtain BLS certification upon completing the OnTrack program.
• One of the following certifications or statuses is required for hire:
• Current EMT or ERT certification upon hire.
• Current Paramedic Certification.
• Current certification on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry upon hire.
• Current enrollment in an LPN, RN, or Nurse Practitioner program, and completion of one (1) semester of clinical rotation within the program.
• Six months of recent direct patient care experience in an acute care, long-term care, or home care setting.
• Successful completion of Fairview’s OnTrack Nursing Assistant training program.
• LPN licensure upon hire.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Education: Relevant educational background related to the role.
• Experience:
• Previous Emergency Room experience of 1 or more years as an Emergency Room Scribe, paramedic, ERT, EMT, EDT, or ED EMS.
• Current CNA or NST experience of 1 or more years.
• License/Certification/Registration:
• Paramedic, EMT, ERT, LPN, CNA, PCA.

Preferred Characteristics for Success in the Role:

• Creative Prioritization Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Customer Service Focus: Strong focus on providing excellent patient service in every interaction.
• Interpersonal/Communication Skills: Excellent public relations and communication skills.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work as an effective team member to deliver outstanding care.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in using appropriate computer applications.
• Independence and Critical Thinking: Ability to work independently and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Adaptability and Leadership: Ability to accept change and empower others to engage in ongoing process improvement.
• Core Values: Understanding and embodiment of Dignity, Integrity, Service, Kindness, and Innovation.

Benefit Overview



Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/afscme


Compensation Disclaimer



The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract.


EEO Statement



EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.