ER Tech: Vital Signs, EKG & Patient Mobility

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Department Tech Level I to support a multidisciplinary ED team. You will assist with vital signs, EKG monitoring, wound care, and basic procedures under RN supervision, ensuring patient safety and aseptic practices in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include transporting patients and supplies, operating monitors, and supporting telesitter coordination while maintaining stock and equipment in the ED. Must be reliable and team-focused.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma General or GED required.
• BLS basic life support certification required upon hire.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with desktop computer is required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document vital signs; inform nurse if abnormal.
• Perform 12-lead EKG and hand to ED physician.
• Perform bedside blood sugar testing and report abnormal results.
• Measure and apply extremity splints as directed by nurse or physician.
• Instruct patient regarding safe crutch ambulation with return demonstration.
• Provide oral suctioning and superficial wound care as needed.
• Maintain aseptic technique for catheterization, dressings and phlebotomy.
• Operate cardiac monitors and observe for arrhythmias; relay findings to RN.
• Transport patients, supplies, equipment and medications safely.
• Monitor patients in restraint/seclusion and document observations.
• Telesitter duties: cart management, connectivity checks, and escalation.

Skills

Vital signs

12-lead EKG

Phlebotomy

Aseptic technique

Cardiac monitors

Communication

Computer skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Department Tech Level I to support a multidisciplinary ED team. You will assist with vital signs, EKG monitoring, wound care, and basic procedures under RN supervision, ensuring patient safety and aseptic practices in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include transporting patients and supplies, operating monitors, and supporting telesitter coordination while maintaining stock and equipment in the ED. Must be reliable and team-focused.