ER Technical Assistant: Hands-On Patient Care & Team Support

Henry Ford Health; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Continuous learning & development

Mission-driven work

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Emergency Room Technical Assistant for a part-time, 24-hour day-shift position in Dearborn. The role supports RNs and Providers with patient assessments, treatments, and procedures in a fast-paced emergency department.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, BCLS certification, and either EMT licensure or formal healthcare training, with orientation completed within 180 days. Prior ER tech or MA experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• BCLS certification.
• One of the following certifications/programs: B-EMT, Graduate from a formal Medical Assistant program, Completion of a formal nursing education program, Completion of a formal medical doctor education program, or 1 year ER Tech experience in lieu of the above (must complete within 12 months).
• Successful completion of a 180-day orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs and Providers with patient assessments, examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Perform clinical duties including vital signs, blood draws/specimen collection, EKGs, splinting/immobilization, urinary catheterization, IV removal, and starting unmedicated IVs as applicable.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and sterile supplies for procedures, including suturing, casting, pelvic exams, and lumbar punctures.
• Recognize and promptly report abnormal vital signs or potentially life-threatening cardiac rhythms to the RN or Provider.
• Document patient care and follow safety, infection prevention, and standard precautions.
• Support patient flow through patient transport, room turnover, equipment cleaning, and restocking.
• Provide compassionate support to patients and families while contributing to an excellent patient experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Reliability

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BCLS certification

EMT license

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Emergency Room Technical Assistant for a part-time, 24-hour day-shift position in Dearborn. The role supports RNs and Providers with patient assessments, treatments, and procedures in a fast-paced emergency department.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, BCLS certification, and either EMT licensure or formal healthcare training, with orientation completed within 180 days. Prior ER tech or MA experience is preferred.