ED Technician, Emergency Department (Full-time regular, Day Shift)

About Us

Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals, and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. Located in Bakersfield, one of America's fastest-growing cities, we offer affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education, and proximity to Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast, and Southern California's attractions.

About the Role

Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations, and treatments. Performs a variety of technical and patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Also performs essential functions of the Unit Secretary.

Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA), Paramedic certification, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification, or Phlebotomist Technician license: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations, and treatments.
• Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care, and observations.
• Maintains state of readiness by managing equipment/supplies appropriate to the position.
• Assists in cost containment through appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.
• Prioritizes patient care and department needs, sets goals, and organizes time to meet daily demands of nursing care.
• Observes, documents, and reports patient condition and changes in condition to the RN, MD/Provider.
• Provides patient and family education within scope of practice.
• Records and collects specimens.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.

Pay

The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $31.36 per hour. Additional individual compensation may be available through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc.

Schedule

• Full-time, regular position
• Day Shift
• 12-hour shifts

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients, requiring all associates to receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.