Enloe Health·Chico, California
The Emergency Department Technician facilitates patient flow and provides basic patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They are responsible for obtaining vital signs, collecting specimens, and ensuring the department is orderly and well-stocked.
The Emergency Department Technician’s primary responsibility is to facilitate patient flow. The ED Technician provides basic patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They may perform selected procedures as defined in the Patient Care Standards Manual. Patient care would include: obtaining vital signs, placing patients in exam rooms, obtaining specimens, preparing, and assisting patients for clinician evaluation, and assisting clinician. They will see that the area is orderly, well stocked with supplies and equipment is ready for use. EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE: Minimum: Previous medical training such as EMT or Military Corpsman OR six months emergency department or pre-hospital experience Desired: One year experience on an ambulance or in an emergency department LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: Minimum: Current CPR Certification SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES: Must demonstrate technical competence and capable of using electronic medical records and centralized monitoring systems. Must have knowledge of Medical Terminology. Must be able to interact professionally and effectively communicate with physicians, staff, patients, and public. Must show sensitivity for the hospitalized patient and family. Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment. Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Will utilize clerical and computer skills for a variety of support functions. Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position. Benefits Information Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including, but not limited to: $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance Prescription and dental group insurance Retirement with employer match Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned Extended Sick Leave Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care Employee Assistance Program Educational Assistance Please visit the employee benefits page at http://www.enloe.org/benefits to get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email recruiter@enloe.org to receive a full summary of benefits.
Candidates must have previous medical training such as EMT or Military Corpsman, or six months of emergency department or pre-hospital experience. A current CPR certification is required, along with the ability to use electronic medical records and communicate effectively.
Market context
In California, ED Tech I openings often draw steady interest because emergency departments need support staff who can work quickly in fast-paced clinical settings. These roles are competitive when candidates bring EMT or Military Corpsman training, recent emergency department experience, and current CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any hands-on emergency care experience in your application.