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Emergency Dept Tech

Palomar Health logoPalomar Health$23.00–$32.54/hrEscondido, CAFull timePosted 2w agoStill open, checked every night

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This posting states $23–$32.54 an hour. Open emergency room technician jobs in California post a median of $27.77 an hour, the middle half $24.45–$32.07, across 25 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Emergency room technicians employed in California earn a median of $22.30 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Department

Emergency Room

Union

CHEU

Shift

12-hour Shift - Night (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period

72

Salary Range

$23.00 - $32.54

Job Description

Posting Date: 10/21/2026

Internal Closing Date: 10/27/2026

  • Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights.

Provides and documents care to patients in the Emergency department under the direction of the RN, to ensure a safe, comfortable and confidential environment. Responsible for transcribing physician orders and coordinating clerical aspects of admission, discharge and transfer of patients. Participates as a team member to ensure appropriate resources to all internal/external customers.

Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure

Preferred Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience with specialized vocational training

Minimum Experience: 6 months related

Preferred Experience

  • 1 - 2 years related
  • Bilingual (Spanish)

Required License: Not Applicable

Preferred License: Not Applicable

Required Certification

  • American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
  • Crisis Prevention (CPI) within 6 months of hire
  • EMT, Advanced EMT or Paramedic

Preferred Certification: Not Applicable

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Palomar Health

Public healthcare district in northern San Diego County with two medical center campuses, in Escondido and Poway, offering acute care, obstetrics, rehabilitation and behavioral health.

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