Summary

The Emergency Department Technician is responsible for assuring all oxygen tanks are full and available on each gurney, and stocks all rooms with appropriate bedside supplies and linens. The ED Tech transports patients to ancillary departments as needed. Other responsibilities include assisting RNs and physicians/PAs with assessments, examinations, and treatments as directed; assisting the unit clerk with clerical duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.

Job description

Emergency Department (ED) Technician

The Emergency Department Technician is responsible for assuring all oxygen tanks are full and available on each gurney, and stocks all rooms with appropriate bedside supplies and linens. The ED Tech transports patients to ancillary departments as needed. Other responsibilities include assisting RNs and physicians/PAs with assessments, examinations, and treatments as directed; assisting the unit clerk with clerical duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.

Essential Job Duties

Reports and documents in the emergency department information system patient care performed such as vital signs, bedside care, and observations.
Provides telephone services, including answering and directing calls, giving information, placing pages to physicians, overhead paging of safety codes, and returning calls.
Notifies ancillary departments of need for patient services in a timely and appropriate manner.

Requirements

EMT, CNA, or Medical Assistant certification (Required)
BLS issued by American Heart Association (Required)
Basic dysrhythmia certification required within 6 months of hire
Current Phlebotomy certification – State of California preferred
CPI Certification obtained within first 90 days of employment
Effective written and verbal communication skills in the English language
Telephone, typing, and filing skills
Basic computer systems
Basic knowledge of nursing care terminology and functions

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug Plan
401(k) Matching
Growth Opportunities

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.