Emergency Department Technician - Full Time Nights

Emergency Department Technician

Valley Presbyterian Hospital

Support Emergency Care & Help Deliver Exceptional Patient Outcomes

At Valley Presbyterian Hospital, our Emergency Department team provides fast-paced, compassionate care to patients during critical moments. We're seeking a skilled and patient-focused Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) to support nurses and physicians in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality emergency care.

What You'll Do

• Assist RNs and physicians with patient care procedures and emergency interventions
• Obtain and document vital signs, specimens, and patient information accurately
• Perform venipunctures and capillary punctures following standard precautions
• Assist with splinting, wound care, immobilization, dressing changes, and patient preparation
• Transport patients for admissions, procedures, testing, and discharge
• Maintain and organize patient rooms, utility rooms, emergency carts, and supplies
• Monitor equipment and coordinate repairs with Biomed as needed
• Support patient flow in collaboration with Triage and clinical teams
• Perform clerical and receptionist duties including answering phones and documenting admissions/transfers/discharges
• Utilize computer systems for order entry and patient information support

Monitor Technician Responsibilities (as assigned)

• Observe telemetry monitors and identify cardiac rhythm changes
• Print rhythm strips and document findings per policy
• Immediately communicate cardiac rhythm changes to nursing leadership
• Notify Rapid Response or Code Blue teams as appropriate

What You Bring

• Strong clinical support and patient care skills in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem solve effectively
• Team-oriented mindset with a professional, positive attitude
• Knowledge of emergency department workflows and patient safety practices
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with healthcare software preferred

Experience

• Prior EMT training and/or healthcare experience preferred
• Previous experience with patient care, vital signs, and activities of daily living preferred

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Requirements

• Current California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) license
• Current EMT or Paramedic certification
• Current BLS certification
• LA City Fire Card within 30 days of hire
• Management of Aggressive Behavior certification within 30 days of hire

Why VPH

• Mission-driven healthcare organization
• Critical frontline role supporting emergency patient care
• Collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment
• Opportunity to grow within Emergency Services and patient care operations

Apply today to support lifesaving care and patient excellence at VPH.