What are the responsibilities and job description for the ER Tech II - MIdCity - Full-time position at Baton Rouge General?
Do you thrive in high-energy settings and love being part of a lifesaving team?
What We’re Looking For:
- Compassionate, team-oriented, and patient-focused
- Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced, emergency situations
- Prior experience in emergency care settings preferred
- Completion of a medical assistant, nursing assistant, phlebotomy, or EMT course
- Certified Medical Assistant or 6 months of acute care ED experience or First Responder
- Preferred: CNA Certification, Basic EMT Certification, Military Medic experience, Phlebotomy Certification, or nursing student with completed fundamentals in RN program
- Crisis Prevention Training required within 6 months of hire
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
- A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family.
- Professional development and support.
- Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program.
- We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state.
Check out our employee perks here!
BRG-Employee-Perks.pdf (brgeneral.org)
What You Will Do:
Work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to assist in delivering quality care to patients and families in the Emergency Department.
- Assist in patient assessment and treatment under RN or physician direction
- Provide direct care such as applying dressings, connecting monitors, performing urinary catheterizations, and prepping skin for procedures
- Support specimen collection and transport in adherence with universal precautions
- Aid in admission, discharge, and patient transfers
- Participate in emergency response scenarios per BRGMC protocol
- Assist patients with toileting needs and accompany them for procedures as needed
- Support physicians during minor procedures
- Keep patients and families informed throughout treatment
- Perform venipuncture after documented competency
- Accurately document care provided and assist in data collection for nursing care plans
- Obtain and record vital signs and intake/output
- Monitor and restock supplies and emergency equipment per departmental standards
- Maintain cleanliness of patient areas and ensure equipment is properly sanitized and ready for use
- Adhere to all safety, infection control, and environmental procedures
- Provide support in managing psychiatric patient safety, including crisis de-escalation and participation in code response
What Sets BRG Apart:
At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters.
With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end of life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.
Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.