Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech)

Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech)

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.

Qualifications Required

• EMT-Paramedic certification required; minimum of two 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.