Emergency Room Technician - FT Night shift

Emerus; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Schertz is seeking a dedicated individual to provide technical assistance and supportive patient care in a small-format hospital. The role involves collecting clinical data, assisting with patient care, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, with a focus on teamwork and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS/ALS certifications preferred.
• Experience with IV starts and phlebotomy strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document clinical data including vital signs.
• Assist with patient activities and care as assigned.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Corpsman program

EMT-P, AEMT, or Licensed Paramedic course

First-year nursing education

Job description

About Us

HIGHLIGHTS

SHIFT: Night shift (7p-7a)

JOB TYPE: Full-time

LOCATION: Schertz

FACILITY TYPE: 16-bed Small-Format Hospital (14 ER, 8 Inpatient)

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 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 extends beyond societal norms, ensuring compassionate, comprehensive care for all individuals regardless of background, identity, or circumstances. We foster a work environment focused on teamwork, diversity, equity, and equal opportunity.

Position Overview

This position provides technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet individual patient needs throughout assigned areas.

Essential Job Functions

• Collect, report, and document clinical data, including vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and specimen collection.
• Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing per policies, procedures, COLA, and CLIA regulations.
• Assist with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee, based on the patient’s plan of care.
• Provide superficial wound care.
• Ensure patient safety related to age and condition.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Provide and maintain a clean, safe environment, and assist with aseptic techniques, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
• Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.

Other Job Functions

• Prepare patients and chaperone during examinations/procedures, and assist with other treatments.
• Maintain supplies in patient care areas.
• Assist with patient restraints, and document data related to patient needs, emergencies, and behavior.
• Travel to all facility locations as required.
• Attend staff and mandated meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, with completion of one of the following:
• Medical Corpsman program with one year of applicable experience.
• EMT-P, AEMT, or Licensed Paramedic course with one year of applicable experience.
• EMT-B with 1+ years of ER experience as an ER Technician (Oklahoma, North TX, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania markets).
• First-year nursing education with one year of applicable experience.
• 3+ years ER technician experience (Pittsburgh market).
• 3+ years CNA experience with hospital background (Wisconsin market).
• 3+ years as a Certified Anesthesia Tech/OR Tech (Wisconsin market).
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• ACLS/ALS certifications preferred in all markets except Pennsylvania (strongly preferred) and Wisconsin (required for EMT-P).
• PALS certifications strongly preferred.
• Experience with IV starts, phlebotomy, and EKG initiation is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English, both written and oral.