Emergency Department Technician

About the Role

This position is responsible for providing patient care and assisting health care providers in performing assigned patient procedures within scope of training. The role receives general supervision from RN, APN, PA, or Physician in providing patient care.

This is a full-time position with shifts available from 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM or 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, located at Banner Churchill Community Hospital in Fallon, Nevada.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned procedures including, but not limited to: electrocardiogram testing (EKG), wound cleansing, initial/repeat/orthostatic vital sign measurements, application of monitor leads, specimen collection, and transport of stable telemetry or non-monitored patients.
• Performs advanced skills and functions where state statute permits, such as blood glucose testing, phlebotomy, saline lock insertion, IV discontinuation, and bladder (Foley) catheterization for adult patients and pediatric patients twelve years of age and older.
• Sets up, prepares patients, and assists with exams and minor surgical or health procedures, including lumbar punctures, sterile instrument and field preparation, suturing lacerations, chest tube insertion, closed fracture reduction, gastric lavage, pelvic examinations, restraint application, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Applies orthopedic devices, including pre-manufactured and plaster splints under physician direction.
• Performs specimen collection, ensuring accuracy in identification and integrity for all age criteria as required by the lab.
• Performs point-of-care testing for blood glucose, hemoccult, gastroccult, and other tests, including quality control checks on equipment.
• Provides communication and updates to RN, physician, or other providers regarding patient condition changes.
• Accurately records information in the patient record, including vital signs and completed procedures.
• Monitors and maintains supply stock levels, medication rooms, exam room bedside carts, and specialty carts.
• Assists with health unit coordination tasks and reception responsibilities as needed.
• Attends department meetings and educational sessions; assists in orienting and training new ED Technicians.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Either Emergency Medical Technician–Basic (EMT-B) or higher with state licensure or state certification, or Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice (required for new hires and transfers). In Colorado: Either EMT-B or higher with state licensure or certification.
• Basic computer skills, effective communication (written and verbal) skills, and problem-solving ability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional related education and/or experience.

About the Location

Fallon, Nevada, is surrounded by wide-open spaces, internationally known wetlands, historic Pony Express trails, state parks, and outdoor recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, hunting, horseback riding, and off-roading. The town offers a mix of rustic, rural charm and indoor entertainment, dining, and Nevada-style fun.

Banner Churchill Community Hospital is a 25-bed licensed hospital providing comprehensive and emergency care, including an ambulance service covering over 5,900 square miles. It is one of only two hospital-operated paramedic/EMT/EMS providers in northern Nevada.