ER Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs & Phlebotomy

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN, is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to support patient care under nursing supervision. The role includes assisting with patient care, taking vital signs, and ensuring proper patient identification during transport.

Responsibilities also cover phlebotomy, orthopedic services post-training, EKGs, and meticulous documentation. Required EMT certification with preferences for AEMT or Paramedic credentials, and Tennessee licensure, with a

Qualifications

• Technical degree or diploma in Emergency Medical Technics (EMT).
• Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) credentials preferred.
• Paramedic credentials preferred and Tennessee EMS licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care as directed by the Charge/Registered Nurse.
• Document vital signs and report findings to nurse.
• Position patients for examinations and assist with transportation; ensure proper patient identification.
• Perform phlebotomy following protocol and safety standards.
• Provide orthopedic services per providers’ orders after training.
• Record EKGs and other pertinent clinical observations per policy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written instructions

Confidentiality

Compassion

Patient interaction

HIPAA compliance

Education

EMT certification

AEMT certification

Paramedic certification

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN, is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to support patient care under nursing supervision. The role includes assisting with patient care, taking vital signs, and ensuring proper patient identification during transport.

Responsibilities also cover phlebotomy, orthopedic services post-training, EKGs, and meticulous documentation. Required EMT certification with preferences for AEMT or Paramedic credentials, and Tennessee licensure, with a