ER Technician: Fast-Paced Care, EKGs & IVs

Riverside Health; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Smithfield, Virginia seeks an Emergency Technician to assist physicians and RNs in the ED, performing EKGs, IVs, phlebotomy and other procedures. You will collect patient data and support age-appropriate care under supervision, including monitor tech duties when needed.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, rapid response to changing conditions, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• EMT certification or paramedic training preferred.
• 1 year Emergency Technician experience required (PRN).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates assessment ability by applying standards of practice as it relates to the specialty or patient population served.
• Recognizes and responds to variances of patient care/condition and notifies physician and team using SBAR when applicable.
• Accurately completes all required clinical documentation per RHS standards.
• Demonstrates flexibility and urgency to facilitate patient throughput and responds to patient needs promptly.
• Understands diverse patient populations and links needs to community resources when appropriate.
• Monitors and supports department productivity; helps with shift changes as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paramedic or EMT training (Preferred)

Job description

Riverside Health System in Smithfield, Virginia seeks an Emergency Technician to assist physicians and RNs in the ED, performing EKGs, IVs, phlebotomy and other procedures. You will collect patient data and support age-appropriate care under supervision, including monitor tech duties when needed.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, rapid response to changing conditions, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.