Emergency Department Technician
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Emergency Department Technician
arh· Emergency Room
About this role
Overview
Functions under the direction of the Registered Nurse, acts as assistive personnel to provide care to patients, some of the functions include customer service skills, obtaining vital sign, point of care testing, phlebotomy, EKG's and transportation of patients in the Emergency Department.
Responsibilities
- Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture, fingerstick, heelstick and bleeding time) according to established procedure of the Hospital.
- Identifies patients and properly labels specimen tubes.
- Determines priority of STAT draws. Ensures timely delivery of all patient specimens to lab for testing via the ED chute or via transport to lab.
- Performs electrocardiograms.
- Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direction of licensed personnel.
- Maintains current knowledge/certification.
- Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job related hazards.
- Assumes all other duties and responsibilities necessary.
- Assumes clerical duties necessary to assist healthcare team to provide patient care.
- Receives and directs phone calls and when needed in the department.
- Will act as a receptionist, greet patients and answer phones when required.
- Is responsible for the daily cleaning of equipment and maintaining neatness throughout the department.
Qualifications
Education
• High school diploma or GED required.
Experience
• Phlebotomy training and/or a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a phlebotomist required.
• Formal training or equivalent experience, such as Nursing Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), preferred.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based care setting.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and specimen collection accuracy.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professionalism.
Required Regulations
• Required to comply with OSHA regulations for N95 respirator training and fit testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Emergency Department Technician position at arh?
The salary for this Emergency Department Technician role at arh is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Emergency Department Technician position at arh located?
This Emergency Department Technician role at arh is based in Prestonsburg, KY, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Emergency Department Technician role at arh full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Emergency Department Technician role in the Emergency Room department at arh.
Which team or department does the Emergency Department Technician at arh belong to?
This Emergency Department Technician position is part of the Emergency Room department at arh. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Emergency Department Technician position at arh?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to arh's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Emergency Department Technician job at arh posted?
This Emergency Department Technician position at arh was posted on Sep 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Emergency Department Technician
arh
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