Emergency Tech (CNA, Paramedic, MA, or EMT-B) PRN

Hillsboro Area Hospital Inc; Hillsboro Heights (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsboro Area Hospital Inc. seeks an Emergency Department Tech to support doctors and nurses in a fast-paced ED. You will assist with exams, triage, care, and patient comfort while ensuring safety and smooth flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing EKGs, collecting specimens, patient transport, and maintaining records. Strong teamwork, communication, and HIPAA compliance are essential for this role. Some shifts nights/weekends may apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• English literacy and clear communication essential.
• CNA, EMT, MA, Paramedic, RN prerequisites or competencies.
• BLS certification required or obtainable within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and providers with patient care procedures.
• Take and record vital signs and intake/outtake measurements.
• Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing as assigned.
• Assist with patient transport, transfers, and discharge processes.
• Maintain patient records and confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain supplies.
• Support trauma, cardiac, and emergency response situations.

Skills

Vital signs & measurements

Infection control

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Communication with patients

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EKG machine

Point-of-care testing devices

PPE protocols

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

The Emergency Department Tech assists providers and nurses in providing efficient, high-quality emergency care to patients in a fast-paced hospital environment. The ED tech performs clinical support duties, patient care activities while providing patient comfort, safety, and timely flow through the emergency department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports and promotes an environment conducive with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the hospital.
• Assist nurses and providers with patient care procedures and treatments.
• Take and record vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, and measurements as applicable, in an accurate and precise manner.
• Notifies nurses of changes in patient’s condition in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Perform EKG’s, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing as assigned.
• Assist with patient transport, transfers, and discharge processes.
• Greets and interviews patients and obtains signatures for the purpose of initiating the patient record.
• Keeps and maintains the ER Central Logbook and follows all EMTALA regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients, hospital, or physician related information.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain stocked supplies and equipment.
• Support trauma, cardiac, and emergency response situations.
• Assists with daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of work and storage areas.
• Maintain orderly condition of assigned work area.
• Maintain infection prevention and safety standards.
• Provide compassionate support to patients and families during emergency situations.
• Is knowledgeable of general hospital policies and procedures.
• Accepts reassignment to other units if necessary.
• Other duties may be assigned and are subject to change with or without prior notice.

Professional Requirements:

• Ability to work well with a diverse work team.
• Maintain knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and interact with patients, visitors, and staff in the following age groups: Infant, Pediatric/adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.
• Anticipates problems and suggests solutions.
• Well organized, accepts assignments willingly and accomplishes them quickly.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good mental health and emotional maturity.
• Good personal grooming and hygiene.
• Recognizes and respects the individual emotional, social, and cultural needs of patients, including their religious beliefs.
• Displays knowledge of sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment, and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and practices Universal Precautions.
• Willingness to perform a variety of minimal repetitive tasks that may involve unpleasant conditions and maintain patience and tact.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• May require nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.
• Other duties may be assigned and are subject to change with or without prior notice.
• Completes and maintains all required education and/or training requirements.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations and always maintains patient confidentiality.
• Follows and maintains all lawful safety, health requirements, and regulations, and follow protocols for required protective equipment (PPE).
• Promptly reports safety issues, job-related injury, or illness, near misses, etc. in SafetyZone.
• Follows Hillsboro Health Standards of Behavior.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

Certificates and Licenses: Must hold one of the following.

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Medical Assistant (MA)
• Paramedic
• Completed 2nd semester of RN schooling with proof of competencies.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands of the position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion, and environment are required. A separate document will be provided upon hire, during annual evaluation process, and upon request. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

Receives training and/or attends necessary meetings to meet the criteria as outlined in Hillsboro Health’s Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct. Understands the responsibilities related to compliance and knows whether to contact the Corporate Compliance Officer should there be any instance of question or concern regarding fraud and/or abuse.

C.N.A. or Medical Assistant $20.00 - $22.50

EMT-B $22.00 - $24.50

Paramedic $24.00 - $26.50