Adult Emergency Department Tech

Oregon Health & Science University Foundation

Emergency Department Technician delivering direct and indirect patient care at OHSU, Oregon’s public academic health center. Supporting nurses, physicians, patients, supplies, and ED operations.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 - $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in direct and indirect patient care, including vital sign monitoring, specimen collection, and emergency response. Holds relevant certifications such as EMT, CNA, or MA, and is capable of providing care across the age continuum in a fast-paced emergency department environment.

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Patient CareBLS CertificationPhlebotomy CertificationEmergency Department ExperienceVital Signs Monitoring

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Hard Skills

12-Lead EKGWound PreparationOrthopedic SplintingSpecimen CollectionPatient MobilizationDocumentation in Medical RecordRestraint ApplicationPatient Hygiene AssistanceIntake and Output RecordingPostmortem Care

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationEmotional Support

Tools & Technologies

Medical EquipmentPatient Care SuppliesEmergency Department Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentEMT CertificationCNA CertificationMA CertificationBLS CertificationPhlebotomy Certification

Industry Keywords

Emergency DepartmentPatient CareHealthcare TeamQuality AssuranceVariable Night Shifts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and direction of the department nurse manager
Operate partly as a Health Unit Coordinator
Assist with admitting and discharging patients
Obtain vital signs and patient weights
Gather and secure patient valuables
Complete ED tech documentation in the medical record
Perform 12-lead EKGs
Prepare wounds, apply simple dressings, and perform orthopedic splinting as directed
Mobilize, lift, transfer, turn, position, and transport patients safely
Collect and test blood, urine, stool, and other specimens
Assist patients with toileting, hygiene, comfort, dietary, and emotional-support needs
Record intake and output and perform postmortem care
Respond to call lights, monitor patients and equipment alarms, and report observations or needs
Apply, observe, and document restraints or seclusion safely
Assist RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members
Maintain patient-care areas, clean equipment, and distribute linen and supplies
Transport specimens, equipment, and medications
Order supplies and stock patient rooms, resuscitation rooms, IV carts, GYN/ENT/laceration carts
Disinfect or discard equipment and supplies appropriately
Assist with Emergency Department quality assurance activities and administrative operations
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or Equivalent
One year recent experience (within the past 5 years) providing patient care in an emergency department or similar setting
EMT, CNA or MA certification, or equivalent education
BLS upon hire
Phlebotomy certification or equivalent experience
Ability to provide care to patients across the age continuum, from infants to geriatric patients
Ability to work variable night shifts, with days and start times varying according to operational needs
Must complete drug testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

12.5% position shift differential of base rate
Education and protective equipment provided to minimize risk
Opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington
Union-represented position