ER Technician: Compassionate Frontline Care

Medical University of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Emergency Room Technician to assist the front line of patient care under RN supervision. You will help with patient care, mobility, vital signs, and daily needs as part of a cohesive emergency team.

The role emphasizes compassionate, hands-on support, maintaining patient dignity and safety while coordinating with the care team. Evening shifts and 36-hour weekly schedules reflect department needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of patient care experience in a healthcare facility or as a CNA.
• Current SC CNA registration or SC EMT certification required; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care to patients within your training and certification scope.
• Assist with personal hygiene, mobility, dressing, and activities of daily living.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable patient environment.
• Change bed linens and assist with patient transport to tests and procedures.
• Serve meals and provide between-meal nourishment when needed.
• Record temperatures and vital signs under nurse direction.
• Support nurses and the emergency care team with patient care activities.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, nurses, providers and staff.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy and safety.

Skills

CNA experience

Compassionate care

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Emergency Room Technician to assist the front line of patient care under RN supervision. You will help with patient care, mobility, vital signs, and daily needs as part of a cohesive emergency team.

The role emphasizes compassionate, hands-on support, maintaining patient dignity and safety while coordinating with the care team. Evening shifts and 36-hour weekly schedules reflect department needs.