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Emergency Room Technical Assistant As an Emergency Room Technical Assistant, you'll work side-by-side with nurses and providers to deliver timely, compassionate care during critical moments. Under direct supervision, you'll assist with procedures, perform vital tasks, and help ensure smooth operations in one of the hospital's most dynamic environments. This is an opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while providing essential support to patients in urgent need. Our Emergency Department cares for over 45,000 patients each year in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. With 42 treatment rooms—including 5 Mental Health Secured Unit rooms and 3 Trauma Bays—you'll gain experience with a wide variety of patient needs. We are a Primary Stroke Center, offer a 24-hour Cardiac Cath Lab with EMS direct-to-Cath capabilities, and are a designated Level III Trauma Center. Joining our team means working in a dynamic, rewarding environment where you can develop your skills and make a real difference in patient care every day. Your day-to-day impact includes: Assist with patient assessments, exams, and treatments Perform clinical tasks such as: Drawing blood & collecting specimens Performing EKGsApplying splints or immobilizers Taking vital signs (adult and pediatric) Inserting NG tubes, urethral catheters Starting and discontinuing IVs (as applicable) Prepare and assist with procedures including suturing, casting, pelvic exams, lumbar punctures, and more Recognize abnormal vitals or dysrhythmias and alert the RN/Provider immediately Provide patient and family support with professionalism and empathy Maintain equipment and supplies; clean and prepare rooms between patients Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and hospital standards
Education/Experience Required: High School Diploma or GED requiredBCLS Certification required Previous experience in an Emergency Department or acute care setting is a strong plus One of the following is required at time of hire:
  • Basic EMT certification
  • Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant, nursing, or MD program
  • One year of Emergency Room Technical experienceEMT license preferred
  • Ability to successfully complete a 180-day orientation program
  • Certifications/Licensures Required:
  • Must meet one of the following criteria:
  • Basic EMT (B-EMT) certification
  • Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant programCompletion of a formal nursing education programCompletion of a formal medical doctor education programOROne (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience (Must complete one of the above certifications/programs within 12 months of hire)
Additional Requirements: EMT license preferred Successful completion of a 180-day orientation period is required

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Level

Mid

Location

Wyandotte, MI

Occupation

Emergency Medical Technicians

Industry

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals

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