Stamford Health Medical Group
ED/ER Technician - Part-time
Stamford Health Medical Group, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Stamford Health has an opening for a full-time Emergency Department Technician! The Emergency Department Technician (EDT) will assist in the delivery of care in the Emergency Department under the direct supervision of a practicing physician, physician assistant, and/or licensed nurse.
Schedule - 25 hours a week, 2 12.5-hour shifts (mid shift)
As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
Wellness programs
Paid Time Off accruals
Tax deferred annuity and (403b) retirement savings plan
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center
Responsibilities:
Provide patient care in the Emergency Department under the direction of the practicing physician, physician assistant (PA), and/or licensed nurse (RN).
Performs all duties with a focus on patient and customer satisfaction.
Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room in the department.
Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations, preparing laboratory specimens, performing laboratory tests, running point of care test, drawing blood, preparing patients for x-rays and other radiology tests, Vital signs, pain scale, performing electrocardiograms.
Applies simple dressing and placing splints under the direction of the practicing physician, PA and/or RN.
Assists in application of restraints as directed by practicing physician, PA and/or RN.
Transport patients to inpatient units, procedural areas, and discharged patients.
Document patient care in electronic medical record.
Participates as a member of the Code Green, Sepsis, PAMI, Stroke, Thrombectomy and Trauma team including specific responsibilities in the ED.
Maintain patient flow in assigned areas of the department and patient throughput throughout the department.
Stocks patient rooms, supply carts and procedural carts.
Assists in procedures under the direction of practicing physician, PA and/or RN.
Participates in the education and training of new staff, students and volunteers.
Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.
Assumes role of patient care attendant as needed and completes required PCA log.
Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies, calling for repairs in collaboration with the Manager.
Qualifications/Requirements:
HS diploma or equivalent required.
Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program required (National Certification preferred).
OR
EMT-B Certification - EMT certification required on hire.
OR
CNA certification with two plus years as ED technician experience in similar setting.
OR
Third- or fourth-year nursing student.
Demonstrate willingness to work in a team environment.
Demonstrate flexibility due to unexpected changes in workload.
Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a team player.
Strong organizational skills.
UNIT SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES & REQUIREMENTS:
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
About Us About Stamford Health
Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.
Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety . The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified ™ Great Place to Work.
Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.
Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate.
Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys.
With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.
Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations.
Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care.
We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally.
For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.
Job Info
Job Identification 5228
Job Category 212 - Nursing Support-ED Tech
Posting Date 01/09/2026, 05:00 AM
Job Schedule Part time
Job Shift Evening
Locations 1 Hospital Plaza, Stamford, CT, 06904, US
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Schedule - 25 hours a week, 2 12.5-hour shifts (mid shift)
As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
Wellness programs
Paid Time Off accruals
Tax deferred annuity and (403b) retirement savings plan
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center
Responsibilities:
Provide patient care in the Emergency Department under the direction of the practicing physician, physician assistant (PA), and/or licensed nurse (RN).
Performs all duties with a focus on patient and customer satisfaction.
Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room in the department.
Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations, preparing laboratory specimens, performing laboratory tests, running point of care test, drawing blood, preparing patients for x-rays and other radiology tests, Vital signs, pain scale, performing electrocardiograms.
Applies simple dressing and placing splints under the direction of the practicing physician, PA and/or RN.
Assists in application of restraints as directed by practicing physician, PA and/or RN.
Transport patients to inpatient units, procedural areas, and discharged patients.
Document patient care in electronic medical record.
Participates as a member of the Code Green, Sepsis, PAMI, Stroke, Thrombectomy and Trauma team including specific responsibilities in the ED.
Maintain patient flow in assigned areas of the department and patient throughput throughout the department.
Stocks patient rooms, supply carts and procedural carts.
Assists in procedures under the direction of practicing physician, PA and/or RN.
Participates in the education and training of new staff, students and volunteers.
Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.
Assumes role of patient care attendant as needed and completes required PCA log.
Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies, calling for repairs in collaboration with the Manager.
Qualifications/Requirements:
HS diploma or equivalent required.
Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program required (National Certification preferred).
OR
EMT-B Certification - EMT certification required on hire.
OR
CNA certification with two plus years as ED technician experience in similar setting.
OR
Third- or fourth-year nursing student.
Demonstrate willingness to work in a team environment.
Demonstrate flexibility due to unexpected changes in workload.
Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a team player.
Strong organizational skills.
UNIT SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES & REQUIREMENTS:
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
About Us About Stamford Health
Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.
Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety . The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified ™ Great Place to Work.
Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.
Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate.
Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys.
With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.
Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations.
Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care.
We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally.
For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.
Job Info
Job Identification 5228
Job Category 212 - Nursing Support-ED Tech
Posting Date 01/09/2026, 05:00 AM
Job Schedule Part time
Job Shift Evening
Locations 1 Hospital Plaza, Stamford, CT, 06904, US
#J-18808-Ljbffr