ER Tech FT Nights

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa is seeking an ER Tech to support the Emergency Department with direct patient care, phlebotomy, and EKG tasks during 12-hour night shifts. You will assist with triage, rooming, and coordination between departments in a busy hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of healthcare experience, plus timely completion of mandated training and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year healthcare experience required.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and assists ED staff with routine tasks.
• Performs phlebotomy and EKGs as needed.
• Transports patients to other departments within the hospital.
• Assists with clerical tasks and coordinates communications within the unit.
• Assists triage with vitals, rooming patients, and mobility assistance.
• Stocking, room cleaning, and preparation for the next patient.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an ER Tech.

As an ER Tech at MercyOne Supports the Emergency Department professional clinical staff by providing direct patient care, performing phlebotomy functions, EKGs and assistive skills on all age groups: neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric as assigned by the physician or RN. Performs clerical work and coordinates communications within the assigned nursing unit. Facilitates the information exchange process between the nursing area and other hospital departments. These duties may vary by shift and assigned department.

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts; Nights with rotating holidays and weekends

General Requirements

• Assist Triage Nursing in meeting the needs of individuals in the waiting area, with vitals, rooming patients, and helping get patients out of car.
• Completes daily stocking in assigned team.
• Assists RN with arrival of EMS patients.
• Transports patients to other departments within the hospital (CT, Surgery, and to admitted floor).
• Cleans room (changes linens on carts, disposes of used equipment and disposable items, and wipes down counters and sinks when necessary) in preparation for the next patient.
• Rounding hourly on patients and meeting their needs or communicating them to the RN.
• Performs or assists patients with personal hygiene such as oral care, dressing/undressing and elimination needs.
• Collects and accurately labels various specimens, including urine and venous blood specimens.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year healthcare experience required.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy c ompetitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.