ER Tech: Dynamic Patient Care & Critical Procedures

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Chesapeake, VA is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support the ED and Observation Unit with direct patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, basic laboratory tasks, and patient transport across the department.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with post-training (CNA/EMT/Paramedic/Phlebotomist/MA) and 2+ years in direct patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with post-training as CNA/EMT/Paramedic/Phlebotomist/MA, or nursing/EMS student.
• 2+ years experience in direct patient care in an acute care setting preferred.
• Must demonstrate competency in aseptic technique and basic clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform aseptic technique on treatment surfaces and specimens.
• Operate ED/Observations unit equipment and record vital signs.
• Carry out phlebotomy and basic lab specimen handling per policy.
• Transport patients and specimens to appropriate departments.
• Assist with orthopedics procedures, wound care, and basic life support under RN guidance.
• Triage support, patient positioning, and documentation in EMR.
• Attend orientations and maintain flexible scheduling as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Aseptic technique

Patient transport

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with post-training (CNA/EMT/Paramedic/Phlebotomist/MA)

Tools

Medical equipment operation

Job description

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Chesapeake, VA is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support the ED and Observation Unit with direct patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, basic laboratory tasks, and patient transport across the department.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with post-training (CNA/EMT/Paramedic/Phlebotomist/MA) and 2+ years in direct patient care.