ER Tech & Unit Coordinator: Critical Care Support

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking an Emergency Department Tech/Unit Coordinator for the JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC in Louisville. The role provides clinical patient care support under RN direction, with duties spanning phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, trauma care, and respiratory functions.

Night shift (7P–7A) involves admissions/discharges, clerical tasks, and charting across multiple systems, ensuring safety, accuracy, and HIPAA compliance. High school diploma and BLS required; CNA/CMA/EMT preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT Training Program, or Nursing Students who have completed Fundamentals of Nursing Course from an accredited school of nursing (preferred).
• Certification as CNA, CMA or EMT (preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by AHA.

Responsibilities

• Measures and documents intake/output, vitals, height and weight.
• Performs phlebotomy and 12-lead ECG testing under RN direction.
• Transcribes and enters physician orders into hospital systems.
• Assists RN/RT with procedures and patient care activities.
• Transports patients and specimens; organizes equipment and supplies; maintains infection control.
• Provides care for orthopedic injuries and wound care; supports mobility and comfort needs.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG lead placement

Trauma care

Respiratory care

Patient transport

Vital signs

Documentation

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA

CMA

EMT

BLS certification

Job description

UofL Health is seeking an Emergency Department Tech/Unit Coordinator for the JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC in Louisville. The role provides clinical patient care support under RN direction, with duties spanning phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, trauma care, and respiratory functions.

Night shift (7P–7A) involves admissions/discharges, clerical tasks, and charting across multiple systems, ensuring safety, accuracy, and HIPAA compliance. High school diploma and BLS required; CNA/CMA/EMT preferred.