Night Shift ED Tech - Patient Care Specialist (FT, Benefits)

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego is seeking an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to support nurses and physicians in the ED and urgent care during 12-hour night shifts. The role is full-time at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.

Key tasks include vital signs, basic wound care, specimen collection, patient transport, and unit secretary coverage as needed. Salary range reflects California pay practices and varies by experience.

Qualifications

• CA EMT (EMT, AEMT) or CNA certification.
• BLS Healthcare Provider Certification through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and physicians with patient care activities and procedures.
• Obtain and document vital signs.
• Perform patient care tasks, including thermal applications, non-sterile soaks, and simple dressings and splints; collect stool and urine specimens.
• Transport patients as needed; provide coverage for unit secretary duties when needed.

Education

EMT/CA EMT or CNA certification

BLS Healthcare Provider Certification (AHA)

Job description

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego is seeking an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to support nurses and physicians in the ED and urgent care during 12-hour night shifts. The role is full-time at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.

Key tasks include vital signs, basic wound care, specimen collection, patient transport, and unit secretary coverage as needed. Salary range reflects California pay practices and varies by experience.