Emergency Technician

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital in Brattleboro, Vermont seeks an Emergency Technician to support the ED team in a fast-paced setting. The role involves providing direct care up to licensure level (EMT-B, AEMT, Paramedic, and LNA) and performing essential tasks such as vital signs, EKGs, blood draws, splinting, and patient transport.

ED duties include assisting with procedures, maintaining stocked rooms, and ensuring patient safety and comfort while collaborating with nurses and physicians.

Qualifications

• High School graduate and completion of educational program required for licensure or certification.
• Two or more years of EMS experience preferred.
• Basic EMT/ Advanced EMT/ Paramedic levels.
• Certified LNA.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining and recording vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation).
• Performing diagnostic tests such as 12-lead EKGs and point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose levels).
• Drawing blood (phlebotomy) and collecting other laboratory specimens (urine, stool, sputum).
• Monitoring patients and reporting any significant changes in patient status.

Skills

EMS experience

EMT-B/Advanced EMT/Paramedic

LNA certification

Vital signs & monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Education program for licensure/certification

Job description

Description

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description

Job Title: Emergency Technician

Job Code: 290

Hours:

FTE:

Weekend Schedule :

Holiday Schedule:

Call Schedule: N/A

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department Name : Emergency Department

Department Code: 6780

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY

An Emergency Department (ED) Technician provides crucial, direct support to clinical staff up to their licensure level (EMT-B, AEMT, Paramedic and LNA) in fast-paced emergency settings. Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing EKGs, drawing blood, splinting injuries, assisting with procedures, and managing patient transport, all while maintaining clean, stocked rooms.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE

The Emergency Department is a Level III facility according to the guidelines of the Accreditation Manual for Hospitals. The 14-bed unit is always open 24 hours a day with at least one physician on duty and a roster of on-call physicians and specialists available within thirty minutes. Registered nurses staff the department. All nurses are ACLS/PALS/BLS certified. The patient population includes patients of all ages, and care provided ranges from definitive treatment of non-urgent, urgent and emergent medical and surgical conditions to stabilization and transport of the critically ill or injured. Birthing Center nursing staff are available for consultation or to assist in the care of neonates, infants and obstetrical patients.

JOB SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Clinical Care & Monitoring:

• Obtaining and recording vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation).
• Performing diagnostic tests such as 12-lead EKGs and point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose levels).
• Drawing blood (phlebotomy) and collecting other laboratory specimens (urine, stool, sputum).
• Monitoring patients and reporting any significant changes in patient status.
• Identifies patients accurately before starting procedures/ providing services.

Procedural Assistance:

• Assisting with trauma resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
• Performing basic wound care, including irrigation, dressing changes, and assisting with sutures or staples.
• Applying orthopedic splints, slings, and immobilizers; fitting patients for crutches or canes.

Departmental & Patient Support:

• Transporting patients within the hospital for tests or admissions.
• Stocking treatment rooms and procedure carts with medical supplies.
• Maintaining a clean, safe environment by changing linens and sanitizing equipment.
• Answering patient call lights and assisting with basic hygiene or mobility needs.
• Answers the telephone in a professional manner and assists with the unit coordinator's duties.

Professional Conduct:

• Consistently complies with all policies, procedures, and regulations related to patient safety, professional ethics, infection control, age-specific care, and patient/family education.
• Actively engages in quality and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Adheres to hospital policy by accurately and continuously documenting all aspects of patient care in the electronic medical record, while integrating effective pain management principles into care delivery.
• Reports incidents, as outlined per policy including potential errors and near misses.

Collaboration:

• Collaborates with members of the healthcare team to ensure patients are informed and actively involved in decisions regarding their care and treatment.
• Communicates effective with staff across departments to address patient needs and identify potential safety concerns.
• Keeps patients and families informed about any delays in care in a timely and compassionate manner.
• Conducts regular rounding on patients within the department to promote safety and ensure their needs are consistently met.

Communication:

• Introduce yourself and your role (AIDET).
• Use clear respectful communication across disciplines.
• The use of closed-loop communication to ensure understanding.

Requirements

EDUCATION:

• High School Graduate.
• Completion of educational program required for licensure or certification.

EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS:

• 2 or more years of EMS experience preferred.
• Basic EMT/ Advance EMT/ Paramedic levels.
• Certified LNA.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S):

• Current Healthcare CPR Certification required.
• Vermont/National EMT certification.
• Valid Vermont LNA certification required.

OSHA CATEGORY

OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Talking or Hearing

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

Up to 30 pounds

This position has vision requirements.

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