Emergency Services Technician

Legacy Health; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 30,307 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Health's Mount Hood Medical Center in Gresham, OR is seeking an Emergency Services Technician to support the ED team, assist nurses and LIP, and help move patients efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and prior emergency patient-care experience; CNA/MA/EMT helpful. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous patient care experience in an Emergency environment and/or with children strongly preferred.
• Basic medical terminology, computer familiarity, and ability to prioritize multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to newborns, children, adults, and geriatric patients under RN supervision.
• Demonstrates effective and professional communication with patients, visitors, EMS personnel, and hospital staff.
• Maintains cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of unit equipment and supplies.
• Maintains knowledge of Credentialing Competencies for Emergency Services Technicians.
• Demonstrates professionalism in appearance and conduct.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Computer familiarity

Ability to work in fast-paced setting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

An emergency medical situation can be deeply unsettling for patients and their loved ones. As a member of our specialized emergency team, you will help ease those fears by delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. If you’re looking to use your skills, empathy, and dedication to make a meaningful impact in the lives of both children and adults during critical moments, we invite you to consider joining Legacy.

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is East County’s full-service hospital, always expanding to meet the community’s growing needs and offering an award-winning patient experience delivered with a personal touch. We offer advanced imaging, a modern emergency department, a welcoming family birth center, surgical services, intensive care, cancer care, gastroenterology and more.

Responsibilities

The Emergency Services Technician plays a vital role as part of the healthcare team, assisting the Licensed Independent Practitioner (L.I.P.), Registered Nurse (R.N.), and Unit Secretary. This position is essential to the team-based approach to patient care and supports the efficient and effective flow of patients through the Emergency Department.

Patient Care

• Provides direct patient care to newborns, children, adults, and geriatric patients under the supervision and delegation of a Registered Nurse.

Communication

• Demonstrates effective and professional communication with patients, visitors, EMS personnel, and hospital staff.

Environmental Duties

• Maintains responsibility and accountability for the cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of unit equipment and supplies.

Education & Competency

• Maintains an active, working knowledge of the Credentialing Competencies required for Emergency Services Technicians.

Professional Behavior

• Consistently demonstrates professionalism in both appearance and conduct.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Previous patient care experience in an Emergency environment and/or with children strongly preferred

Skills:

• Basic medical terminology.
• Computer familiarity.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize multiple assignments.

Licensure

Oregon:

• Current American Heart Association approved CPR certification required.
• CNA, MA or EMT desired.

Washington:

• Current American Heart Association approved CPR certification required.
• Registered or Certified Nursing Assistant (RNA/CNA) required for employees who perform this job in the state of Washington (including those who float into the role).
• Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist required for employees who perform phlebotomy in the State of Washington (including those who float into the role).

Pay Range

USD $22.10 - $30.94 /hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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