ER TECH
SIGNATURECARE EMERGENCY CENTER MASTER
Summary
The ER Tech in the Emergency Department setting is responsible for assisting the RN and Physician with patient care, carrying out delegated tasks within their scope of practice. The ER Tech must assist the licensed nursing personnel in meeting the education, physical, and psychosocial needs of patients based on their age-specific needs. The ER Tech must involve the patient, parents, and family/significant others in the plan of care. Respond in a timely manner to requests for information or follow-up with physician, staff, or patient issues. The ER Tech is responsible for maintaining the standards of care in a holistic, family-centered, and individualized manner. In the performance of his/her job duties, the ER Tech is responsible for maintaining quality and guest relations.
Job description
Qualifications
- Texas licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)- with 2 years of hospital emergency room experience required.
- Or Texas licensure as a Paramedic with 2 years of hospital emergency room experience is required.
- Or must have a Certification of MA (Certified Medical Assistant) with a minimum of two years of experience in a hospital emergency room setting.
- BLS required. ACLS and PALS are preferred but not required.
- Strong communication skills, both in oral and written formats.
- Flexible and service-oriented.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in an emergency setting.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Job Responsibilities/Duties
- Potential physical activity such as heavy lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects over 100 lbs.
- Maintains continuing education as needed for licensure.
- Carry out delegated tasks as assigned by the RN and/or Physician within the EMT scope of practice.
- Follow protocols, written by the medical director, as they pertain to specimen collection or any other delegated task.
- Documents accurately in the electronic medical records, maintains patient privacy, and adheres to HIPAA standards.
- Documents appropriately and accurately in all logbooks in the laboratory when documenting patient lab results.
- Reports critical lab values appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Assists with the stabilization and continuous treatment of patients in the emergency department.
- Assists nurses in performing direct patient care activities.
- Stock departments/rooms daily.
- Exhibits a positive attitude towards the performance of duties/customer service skills.
- Assists in ensuring all chest pain patients receive an EKG within 10 minutes of arrival.
- Answers call for assistance from staff and patients promptly.
- Rounds on patients to provide appropriate comfort measures for patients.
- Coordinates patient care activities with nurses.
- Assists in keeping all areas of the Emergency Department neat, organized, and clean. Returns/cleans equipment after use.
- Actively looks for ways to improve patient care in the Emergency Department.
- Collects/processes specimens in a proper, timely manner.
- Promotes a positive image of SignatureCare Emergency Center in all interactions.
- May be required to work holidays and weekends as needed.
Working Conditions
- Performs duties in a fast-paced emergency room
- The employee must be able to lift and/or move using proper body mechanics and agree to ask for assistance if required.
- While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit; The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Must submit to random drug screenings.
Requirements
- Texas licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with 2 years of hospital emergency room experience required.
- Or Texas licensure as a Paramedic with 2 years of hospital emergency room experience is required.
- Or must have a Certification of MA (Certified Medical Assistant) with a minimum of two years of experience in a hospital emergency room setting.
- BLS required.
- ACLS and PALS are preferred but not required.
- Strong communication skills, both in oral and written formats.
- Flexible and service-oriented.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in an emergency setting.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Company overview
SignatureCare Emergency Center Master is a healthcare organization specializing in freestanding emergency medical services. Operating as a network of emergency care facilities, the company provides urgent medical treatment for non-life-threatening conditions that require immediate attention but don't warrant a traditional hospital emergency room visit. These centers typically offer extended hours, shorter wait times, and more convenient access compared to hospital-based emergency departments. SignatureCare facilities are staffed by board-certified emergency physicians and trained medical professionals equipped to handle a wide range of acute medical conditions including fractures, lacerations, infections, respiratory issues, and minor trauma. The company focuses on delivering high-quality emergency care with patient-centered approaches, often featuring advanced diagnostic capabilities such as on-site laboratory testing, digital X-ray, CT scanning, and ultrasound services. As part of the growing trend in healthcare accessibility, SignatureCare Emergency Center Master represents a modern approach to emergency medicine that bridges the gap between primary care clinics and hospital emergency rooms.