Frontline ED Tech: Rapid Patient Care

Freeport-Memorial-Hospital; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid Time Off

Tuition and Certification Reimburse

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support a fast-paced ED team. You will assist with EKGs, IV starts, venipunctures, splinting, CPR, and patient transport, while maintaining documentation and supplies.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to exceptional patient care in urgent and emergent situations. 12-hour shifts and varied schedule support coverage needs.

Qualifications

• Completion of CNA program or graduate of a medical assistant program accredited by ABHES/CAAHEP or similar regional/national accreditation.
• Graduate of an Emergency Medical Technician program or Paramedic program.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care as assigned and per routine according to standards, shift routines, and procedures.
• Documents care provided according to standards.
• Maintains clean work and patient environment; stocks supplies and disposes of expired items.
• Processes orders accurately and timely; answers call lights and relays messages.
• Directs visitors; maintains patient records and processes charges as needed.
• Performs 12-lead EKGs, starts IVs, and venipunctures as directed.
• Assists ED physicians with intubation and resuscitation efforts including CPR and Lucas device.
• Transports non-monitored patients to inpatient units.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

CNA program

ABHES/CAAHEP Medical Assistant program

EMT program

Paramedic program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking an Emergency Department Technician to support a fast-paced ED team. You will assist with EKGs, IV starts, venipunctures, splinting, CPR, and patient transport, while maintaining documentation and supplies.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to exceptional patient care in urgent and emergent situations. 12-hour shifts and varied schedule support coverage needs.