ER Technician I - ED Galveston (Full-Time) 7p-7a

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking an ER Technician I in Galveston, TX. This full-time role involves providing essential patient care support in the Emergency Department, including taking vital signs and assisting medical staff during procedures. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant technical training, and BLS certification. Join a dedicated team committed to quality health care delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of one of the following technical programs: EMT training, nursing enrollment, or active EMS certification.
• BLS certification required.
• Completion of ER Tech CBO Tool within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic technical assistance and supportive patient care in the Emergency Department.
• Assists with patient hygiene, vital signs, and prepares patients for examinations.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment while ensuring patient safety.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of EMT program

BLS from American Heart Association (AHA)

Job description

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• High school or equivalent AND completion of one of the following technical programs:
• Completion of EMT program OR
• Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessments OR
• Active state EMS certification in good standing at the date of hire OR
• Recognized military training as a US Army medic, US Navy Corpsmen, US Air Force Medic, or US Coast Guard Corpsmen
• Completion of ER Tech CBO Tool within 6 months of employment.
  
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications:

High school or equivalent AND completion of one of the following technical programs:

• Completion of EMT program OR
• Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessments OR
• Active state EMS certification in good standing at the date of hire OR
• Recognized military training as a US Army medic, US Navy Corpsmen, US Air Force Medic, or US Coast Guard Corpsmen
• Completion of ER Tech CBO Tool within 6 months of employment.
  
  

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS:

Required:

• BLS from American Heart Association (AHA)
  
  

JOB DESCRIPTION:

To provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas in the Emergency Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Collects, reports and documents data. Takes vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.
• Performs and reports Point of Care Testing.
• Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient’s plan of care.
• Provides for patients’ personal hygiene: Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning and superficial wound care, assists with elimination, cares for the incontinent patient and the patient with a urinary catheter, and provides ostomy care.
• Assists with patient feeding.
• Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
• Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of the patient.
• Assists the healthcare team by preparing patients and chaperoning during examinations/procedures or assists with other patient treatments.
• Provides for patient safety related to age and condition. Assists with patient restraints and maintains precautions. Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior.
• Cares for the patient from a correctional environment.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.
• Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment, free of obstacles, and conducive to a professional environment.
• Performs and/or assist others in proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
• Communicates clearly and professionally to Nurse Clinicians, Charge Nurses, and all multidisciplinary team members.
• Notifies Charge Nurse and on-coming staff when equipment is missing or broken.
• Follows-up with Charge Nurse and Equipment Manager
• Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies
• Assist with patient requests for other hospital services.
• Sets up Labor & Delivery tables for ER Deliveries.
• Sets up and provides assistance with minor operating procedures.
• Sets up and provides assistance with area specific diagnostic procedures.
• Participates in and supports quality improvement activities.
• Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment.
  
  

SALARY RANGE:

Salary commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

1176 - Trauma Center

Job

Patient Care

Organization

UTMB Health

Regular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Team Lead / Technical

Job Level

Night Shift

Job Posting

Jun 6, 2025, 10:45:00 AM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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