Post Falls ER & Hospital | ED Technican (Full-time)

Tyvan LLC; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Post Falls ER & Hospital is seeking an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to join our full-time ED team. The ED Tech assists in patient care, coordinates between patients and departments, and supports overall ED operations.

Responsibilities include performing vital signs, venipuncture, IV placement, wound care, and point-of-care testing, while maintaining accurate patient records and managing supply levels. Strong communication with staff and families is essential.

Qualifications

• EMT-Paramedic certification required; minimum of two years experience in EMS.
• 1 year of hospital experience.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate with hospital staff, patients and families.
• Proficient in computer applications and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, venipuncture, and IV placement.
• Clean and dress wounds as needed.
• Operate lab equipment and perform point-of-care testing with quality controls.
• Demonstrate knowledge of lab instrument operations.
• Monitor and restock ED medical supplies as needed.
• Report equipment issues to nurse manager promptly.
• Maintain and update patient databases according to procedures.

Education

EMT-Paramedic certification

BLS

ACLS

PALS

EMR proficiency

Tools

EMR

Job description

Post Falls ER & Hospital | ED Technican (Full-time)

The Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) is a skilled and dedicated member of the Emergency Department (ED) team, playing a vital role in providing quality patient care. The ED Tech liaises between patients, their families, and various departments, effectively identifying and resolving problems.

Position Type

Full-time

Qualifications Required:

• EMT-Paramedic certification required; minimum oftwo years experience in emergency medical services.
• 1 year of hospital experience.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• Dependable, responsible, and committed to quality emergency patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate well with all levels of hospital staff, patients, and their families.
• Proficient in computer applications and electronic medical records.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Accurately perform vital signs, venipuncture, and IV placement.
• Clean and dress wounds as needed.
• Operate laboratory equipment, conduct point-of-care testing, and maintain quality controls.
• Demonstrate knowledge of lab instrument operations.
• Monitor and restock medical supplies in the ED.
• Report any equipment issues to the nurse manager promptly.
• Maintain and update patient databases under established procedures.

Nonessential Job Functions:

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or department director.

Job Competencies:

• Proficient in navigating and utilizing Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Understand and comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals.
• Practice ethical standards in patient care.
• Provide people-centered care focused on individual needs and preferences.
• Actively participate as a team member and support colleagues as needed.
• Communicate information clearly and articulately in both oral and written forms.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant:Vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth), hearing, speaking, and manual dexterity. Ability to walk, sit, balance, and perform repetitive motions; engage arm, leg, and back muscles for extended periods.
• Frequent:Bending, squatting, twisting, pushing/pulling loads up to 20 pounds unassisted; up to 50 pounds with assistance. Lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds unassisted; up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Occasional:Climbing, kneeling, crouching, distinguishing colors, and exposure to noise and environmental hazards.
• Rarely:Risk of exposure to electric shock and confined workspaces.
• Other:Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, gowns, goggles, and masks. Potential exposure to infectious diseases and risks of cuts and bruises.

Work Environment:

• OSHA Category I:Routine exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues as an integral part of the job responsibilities. Proper safety protocols and PPE must be always utilized.