ER Technician: Fast-Paced Care with EKGs & IVs

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

Job summary

Riverside Smithfield Hospital in Smithfield, VA seeks an Emergency Technician to assist physicians and registered nurses in delivering patient care, including invasive and non-invasive procedures. The role covers EKGs, IVs and phlebotomy, and requires flexibility to fill in as monitor tech as needed.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, EMT/Paramedic training, and CPR/BLS; 1 year EMT experience (PRN) and EMT certification on hire are required, with ACLS/PALS within 180 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• EMT or Paramedic training preferred.
• 1 year Emergency Technician experience required (PRN).
• EMT certification (NREMT or VDHP) required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required upon hire/within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and RNs in patient care.
• Perform EKGs, IVs and phlebotomy.
• Monitor patient status and document per RHS standards.
• Fill in as monitor tech as needed.
• Maintain safe patient care environment and comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

SBAR communication

Assessment skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT/Paramedic training

NREMT/VDHP certification

Tools

EKG monitor

IV insertion

Phlebotomy

Job description

Riverside Smithfield Hospital in Smithfield, VA seeks an Emergency Technician to assist physicians and registered nurses in delivering patient care, including invasive and non-invasive procedures. The role covers EKGs, IVs and phlebotomy, and requires flexibility to fill in as monitor tech as needed.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, EMT/Paramedic training, and CPR/BLS; 1 year EMT experience (PRN) and EMT certification on hire are required, with ACLS/PALS within 180 days.