ED Technician 1

Join a fast-paced, patient-centered emergency care team where your organizational skills and clinical support make a real difference during critical moments. This vital support role offers hands-on experience in emergency care while working closely with nurses and other professionals in a collaborative, life-saving environment.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.
• Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transports under RN supervision.
• Provide clerical support including chart reviews, audits, phone answering, and pre-registration.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and well-organized Emergency Department.
• Document ED Tech tasks and support staff with non-invasive procedures.
• Escort patients and ensure timely communication of patient care information.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Current CNA certification and/or valid state EMT license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or willing to obtain within 3 months).
• One to two years of healthcare or ED Tech experience preferred.
• Familiarity with basic medical terminology and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage stressful emergency situations with professionalism.
• Proficient computer skills, including typing 30+ WPM and experience with Microsoft Word.
• Physical Requirement: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, and reaching.

ENVIRONMENT:

The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska. The Emergency Department is a 9-bed, round-the-clock unit equipped to handle trauma and critical care. The atmosphere is professional, well-maintained, and highly collaborative. Work may involve irregular shifts and long hours depending on emergency demand. Job hazards include exposure to biohazardous materials, infectious diseases, muscle strains, and potential falls, all of which require strict adherence to safety protocols.