ER Technician — Patient Care & EKG Pro (Casual/36h)

Altru Health System; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k)

Dental

Vision

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

PTO

Job summary

Altru Health System in Grand Forks, ND seeks an ED Technician to support the Emergency Department and organization-wide patient care. This casual/flex role requires 36 hours across an 8-week schedule, including weekends and holidays, and involves documenting specimen labeling to ensure patient safety.

The position supports EKGs, equipment setup, room turnover, and transport of patients, with certification expectations and English proficiency for effective communication.

Qualifications

• Certification as Nurse Aide within 4 months of start date.
• BLS certification within 90 days of start date.
• Preferred: 1 year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean equipment and supply areas according to infection control procedures.
• Provide patient care services (bathroom assistance, dressing, etc.).
• Perform EKGs including charging, documentation, and transmission.
• Restock supplies and manage inventory in assigned areas.
• Assemble equipment and coordinate procedures for nursing staff needs.
• Maintain room readiness and turnover, ensure supplies are stocked.
• Transport patients within the department and to other campuses as needed.
• Coordinate patient transfers between Altru campuses for appointments/admission.
• Monitor equipment and perform basic troubleshooting per guidelines.
• Understand phlebotomy processes to obtain quality blood specimens.

Education

Nurse Aide (ND Board of Health)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Altru Health System in Grand Forks, ND seeks an ED Technician to support the Emergency Department and organization-wide patient care. This casual/flex role requires 36 hours across an 8-week schedule, including weekends and holidays, and involves documenting specimen labeling to ensure patient safety.

The position supports EKGs, equipment setup, room turnover, and transport of patients, with certification expectations and English proficiency for effective communication.