Emergency Room Technician

Responsibilities

• Assist and augment registered nursing staff in providing high-quality patient care
• Transport patients throughout the hospital as needed
• Perform and maintain Point of Care (POC) testing and EKG, including QC and data transmission
• Maintain a clean work environment by preparing emergency department rooms for new patients
• Keep medical supplies and linens at par levels in assigned areas
• Provide supervision for medically or psychologically compromised patients when required

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• CNA with phlebotomy certification or EKG experience, OR
• MA with phlebotomy certification or EKG experience, OR
• EMT-B or EMT-P certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform patient assistance without direct supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, clinical staff, and the public

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an Emergency Department
• ACLS or PALS certification

About the Company

University of Chicago Medicine is a world-class academic healthcare system at the forefront of medical innovation. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, serving a diverse population and advancing medical knowledge to improve human life.