Emergency Department Technician II, PRN/Pool

Job Description

Job Description

Position Highlights:

• Job Type: ED Tech II
• Location: Community Hospital/Emergency Room
• Application Deadline: Open until August 31, 2026

Responsibilities:

• Conduct intravenous access and lab draws, including US guided IV insertion or EJ IV insertion.
• Perform wound care, irrigation, and apply dressings.
• Provide first aid as required, including splinting, c-spine, and spinal restriction.
• Monitor the patient’s airway and vital signs, as necessary.
• Conduct electrocardiogram (EKG) testing, as necessary.
• Independently transports stable patients to admitting units, laboratories, radiology, etc.; Aids in transporting unstable patients as needed.
• Monitor and document vital signs including oxygen (O2) statistics, pain level, and temperature and communicate such with nurses, and/or physician.
• Proficient in triage using the ESI triage system. Communicates with the charge nurse regarding any trauma or critical patients. Adheres to triage policy guidelines.
• Maintain proper equipment functionality and ensure availability of necessary supplies.
• Manage ongoing removal of trash and linens.
• Assist with linen stocking and placing blankets in warmer.
• Support nurses in preparing patients by assisting with gowning, applying monitors if necessary, ensuring bed rails are raised, and ensuring call lights are accessible.
• Initiates isolation precautions as appropriate for the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Provide basic clerical support when needed, and act as a runner for lab work.
• Support nursing staff during rounds in the waiting room, conducting vital sign assessments and addressing inquiries about safety, comfort, pain management, and other patient needs. Relay gathered information to the Triage Nurse.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• One (1) Year of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) experience required.
• Certified EMT Basic required. Intermediate or Paramedic
• IV certification required.
• Registered with the Colorado Registry or National EMT Registry required.
• Current Basic Life Support required within ten (10) days of hire

Compensation:

• $23.00 - $26.45 per hour, depending on education and experience.
• Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increase, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.

Additional Information:

• Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 after starting work.
• Work Location: In-person/onsite

Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!

Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.