ER Technical Assistant - Night Shift in Emergency Dept

Henry Ford Health - Careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital is seeking an Emergency Room Technical Assistant to support nurses and providers in a fast-paced ED. You will assist with patient assessments, perform essential clinical tasks, and help ensure smooth operations during critical moments.

Under direct supervision, you’ll gain hands-on experience while providing compassionate care and maintaining safety and infection control standards in a Level III trauma center environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BCLS Certification required.
• Experience in an Emergency Department or acute care setting is a strong plus.
• One of the following must be completed by hire: Basic EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing, or MD program.
• One year of Emergency Room Technical experience preferred.
• EMT license preferred.
• 180‑day orientation completion required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments, exams, and treatments.
• Draw blood and collect specimens; perform EKGs; apply splints.
• Insert NG tubes and urethral catheters; start/stop IVs.
• Prepare and assist with suturing, casting, pelvic exams, lumbar punctures.
• Recognize abnormal vitals or dysrhythmias and alert RN/Provider.
• Provide patient and family support with professionalism and empathy.
• Maintain equipment and clean rooms between patients.
• Ensure safety and infection control compliance.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG procedures

Phlebotomy

IV access

Bedside assessment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT certification or Medical Assistant/Nursing/MD program completion

BCLS Certification

Job description

Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital is seeking an Emergency Room Technical Assistant to support nurses and providers in a fast-paced ED. You will assist with patient assessments, perform essential clinical tasks, and help ensure smooth operations during critical moments.

Under direct supervision, you’ll gain hands-on experience while providing compassionate care and maintaining safety and infection control standards in a Level III trauma center environment.