Night Shift ED Technician — Fast-Paced Trauma Care Support

Albany Med; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with no copay

Well-being programs

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking an ED Technician for night shift responsibilities in the Emergency Department. You will assist nurses and physicians, perform tests and procedures, and interact with acutely ill patients in a fast-paced environment.

Required are basic clinical skills, reliable communication, and the ability to stand and move for extended periods. The role supports the hospital’s Level One trauma center status and provides critical patient care across departments.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year ED Technician or EMS experience desired.
• Honest, punctual, and adheres to the highest standards of ethical conduct as defined by AMC.
• Ability to communicate cooperatively and effectively with patients, family members, employees and others.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and perform job functions; may sit, kneel, or crouch occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assists with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures
• Performs venipuncture to obtain blood specimens
• Assists physicians and nurses providing technical support for patient care
• Reports on the condition of the patient to the appropriate supervisor/staff member
• Assists with the transport of patients to other departments
• Assists with obtaining and documentation of vital signs, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems
• Obtains 12-lead EKGs, discontinues peripheral IV and heparin/saline locks
• Assist with wound care, insertion of Foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes
• Assists with positioning patients, application of orthopedic splints and dressings
• Measure and fit crutches and canes and instruct patients on proper use

Skills

CPR/Resuscitation

Venipuncture

Vital signs monitoring

ECG 12-lead

Wound care

Patient transport

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Albany Medical Center is seeking an ED Technician for night shift responsibilities in the Emergency Department. You will assist nurses and physicians, perform tests and procedures, and interact with acutely ill patients in a fast-paced environment.

Required are basic clinical skills, reliable communication, and the ability to stand and move for extended periods. The role supports the hospital’s Level One trauma center status and provides critical patient care across departments.