Emergency Tech - Main ED - Full Time

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the nurse in completion of patient care activities, taking into consideration the patient’s developmental levels. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks, and knows when to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. Appropriately handles patient information, understanding confidentiality and privacy. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital. Promotes a patient‑ and family‑experience‑oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers—both internal and external.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with patient care activities, adapting to each patient’s developmental level.
• Communicate effectively with the care team and report pertinent patient information.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of patient information.
• Follow safety management protocols to keep the work environment hazard‑free.
• Support the hospital’s mission and contribute to a positive patient and family experience.
• Act as a change agent to respond to fluctuating census and customer needs.

Requirements

• Current CPR‑BLS certification (must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire).
• Strong communication skills and ability to accept delegated tasks.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality, privacy, and safety standards.
• Knowledge of and responsiveness to the hospital’s mission and values.

Department Overview

Dayton Children’s is home to the region’s only Level 1 pediatric trauma center. The emergency department staff specializes in caring for critically ill and injured children. The main campus emergency department includes 47 treatment rooms and sees an average census of 200 patients per day.

Schedule

Full‑time, 36 hours per week.