Emergency Room Technician: Fast-Paced Hands-On Patient Care

St. Luke's University Health Network; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to anticipate and support the ED team in patient care. You will respond to emergencies with an RN, transport patients, and assist with a variety of clinical procedures.

The role involves operating room equipment, performing EKGs and point-of-care testing, and ensuring safe, high-quality patient care. CPR certification and knowledge of medical terminology are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Responds to medical emergencies with an RN and transports patient to ED.
• Performs EKG, glucometry, phlebotomy, and point of care testing.
• Performs CPR and assists with gynecological exams.
• Communicates orders and changes in patient condition to the unit team.
• Restocks unit supplies and assists with maintaining equipment.

Skills

CPR certification

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to anticipate and support the ED team in patient care. You will respond to emergencies with an RN, transport patients, and assist with a variety of clinical procedures.

The role involves operating room equipment, performing EKGs and point-of-care testing, and ensuring safe, high-quality patient care. CPR certification and knowledge of medical terminology are required.