Lead Emergency Room Technician

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

At Saint Mary's Hospital the Lead Emergency Room Tech provides direct patient care in the Emergency Room and functions as an assistant to medical providers and licensed nurses.

What you will do

• Assumes a lead role by working with the nurse manager in organizing and ordering supplies.
• Assumes a lead role in overseeing the repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Assumes a key role in the education and professional development of new and existing ED Techs.
• Reports to ED leadership group on a monthly basis regarding the above, as well as any other issues and concerns among technicians.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or equivalent
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Must have at minimum, a Connecticut EMT-B license. NREMT-B will be considered until the Connecticut license is acquired. Connecticut licenses that will be accepted include EMT, AEMT, EMTI; EMR license will not be accepted.
• CNA and Medical Assistant Certification accepted.
• BLS or CPR certification: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross will be accepted.
• Minimum of one (1) years of Acute Care experience in ED. Experience with phlebotomy preferred.
• Ability to pass drug screenings and background checks.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience: 1-3 years of Emergency Services experience. Emergency Department experience is preferred.

Work Schedule:

• Full time - 40hours - Evenings Shift

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary's Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. Saint Mary's is a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health. Our commitment to patient safety and satisfaction, dedication to offering the latest in cutting-edge technology, and focus on providing high quality care at the lowest possible cost. Saint Mary's Hospital continues to be a pioneer in Greater Waterbury, expanding its network of medical services, forging alliances with key healthcare partners, investing in new technology and exploring new ways to enhance access to care, while providing a spiritually enriched environment for our patients.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.