Emergency Dept Tech, La Jolla

At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support, respect that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation's Top 100 Places to Work.

You'll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So, if you're open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.

Established in 1924 by Ellen Browning Scripps, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has been one of Southern California's premier medical centers for more than 90 years. With 444 licensed beds, we offer a wide range of clinical, surgical and specialty services, including a Level II Trauma Center and 24-hour emergency services.

Join our Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla team of Emergency Services.

As an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech), you will support emergency department or urgent care by performing basic emergency medical procedures as directed.

• Under supervision, assists nurses and physicians in the performance of their functions.
• You will perform assessment of vital signs, thermal applications, non-sterile soaks, application of simple dressings and splints, stool and urine collection.
• You will also prepare patients for examinations/treatments including draping patients, opening sterile supplies, set up and removal of IV's.
• Assists in collection of patient history and ensures confidentiality of records, as well as, clean and prepare rooms between procedures including changing of bed linens and restocking of room supplies.
• You may transport patients and/or provide coverage for the unit secretary.

This position is Full-Time (72 hours per pay period) with a rotating varied work schedule that may include weekends and holidays. This position is located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

Benefits include but not limited to:

• Medical insurance: EPO and HMO options
• Vision
• Dental
• 401a and 403b savings options with employer match
• Pet insurance

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• EMT certified

Required Qualifications:

• State issued (CA) EMT (EMT, AEMT or Paramedic) or CNA
• BLS Healthcare Provider Certifications through American Heart Association