Emergency Room Technician - FT Night shift

Emerus; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals to provide essential patient care in a small-format hospital environment. This full-time position involves working night shifts, where you'll collect clinical data, assist with patient activities, and ensure a safe and clean environment for patients. The role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate care, aligning with the company's mission to provide quality healthcare in local neighborhoods. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free CEUs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; completion of EMT or Medical Corpsman program preferred.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; experience with IV start and phlebotomy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document clinical data, including vital signs and lab samples.
• Assist with patient activities and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Provide superficial wound care and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Data Documentation

Vital Signs Measurement

Aseptic Technique

Infection Control

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Medical Corpsman program

Completion of EMT-P or AEMT

Current BLS certification

Current ACLS/ALS certifications

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

About Us

HIGHLIGHTS

SHIFT: Night Shift (7pm-7am)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

LOCATION: Converse

FACILITY TYPE: 10 bed Emergency Department

JOB PERKS: Free CEUs!!

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 assist 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)
  • 3+ years of emergency room experience as an ER Technician [2+ years in Pittsburgh market only] (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 certifications through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, required in all markets with the exception of Pennsylvania (strongly preferred) and Wisconsin (only required for EMT-P).
• 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.
• Position requires fluency in English; written and oral communication.