In our no wait ER, the Emergency Room Technician II (ER Tech II) is responsible for assisting licensed nursing staff in providing care to patients in the Emergency Care Center. The ER Tech supports the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the objectives of the hospital and does provide EKG monitoring for the Emergency Care Center along with Point of Care laboratory testing.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

High School Graduate or GED Required; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered. 2 semesters or 3 quarters of college chemistry with lab or equivalent experience required (see also Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities).

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

One-year hospital or pre-hospital experience preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Current license as an EMT / Paramedic through the Texas Department of Health or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Certified in BLS through the American Heart Association.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Computer Skills. Successful completion of an EKG competency assessment test. For moderate complexity lab testing, must have 2 semesters or 3 quarters of college chemistry with lab OR six months of documented experience conducting moderate-complexity lab tests.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.