ER Tech: Hands-On Patient Care & Vital Signs

Post Falls Hospital; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutex Health in Idaho's Post Falls area is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support rapid patient care in a busy ED. The ED Tech coordinates between patients, families, and departments, performs vital signs, venipuncture, IV placement, wound care, and point-of-care testing, while maintaining EMR accuracy.

Qualifications include EMT-Paramedic certification with at least two years in EMS, plus hospital experience and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications.

Qualifications

• EMT-Paramedic certification is required and EMS experience of at least two years.
• One year hospital experience; role comparable to a PCT.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS are required.
• Reliable, responsible and committed to quality emergency patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients, families, and staff.
• Proficient with hospital computer systems and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Accurately perform vital signs, venipuncture, and IV placement.
• Clean and dress wounds as needed.
• Operate lab equipment, conduct point-of-care testing, and maintain quality controls.
• Demonstrate knowledge of lab instrument operations.
• Monitor and restock medical supplies in the ED.
• Report equipment issues to the nurse manager promptly.
• Maintain and update patient databases under established procedures.

Skills

EMT-Paramedic certification

2+ years EMS experience

BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications

EMR proficiency

Tools

EMR systems

Point-of-care testing devices

Job description

Nutex Health in Idaho's Post Falls area is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support rapid patient care in a busy ED. The ED Tech coordinates between patients, families, and departments, performs vital signs, venipuncture, IV placement, wound care, and point-of-care testing, while maintaining EMR accuracy.

Qualifications include EMT-Paramedic certification with at least two years in EMS, plus hospital experience and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications.