ED Tech - EMT - PRN

Position Summary

The Emergency Department (ED) EMT functions as a frontline caregiver, working collaboratively with physicians and registered nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the EMT supports clinical operations and provides care to patients of all ages while operating within their defined scope of practice and hospital policies.

This role plays a vital part in ensuring patient and family needs are met, maintaining safety standards, and supporting efficient communication within the care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to physicians and RNs to optimize patient care within scope of practice
• Monitor and report patient conditions and any changes to appropriate staff
• Assist with patient care coordination as directed
• Perform hourly rounding, charting, and maintain communication boards
• Participate in bedside shift reports at the start and end of shifts
• Clean, stock, and prepare patient rooms and equipment
• Assist with wound care, patient positioning, and application of splints and dressings
• Transport patients to various departments as needed
• Assist with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures
• Obtain and document vital signs; apply monitoring equipment (cardiac, pulse oximetry, blood pressure)
• Perform technical procedures such as:
  • 12-lead EKGs
  • IV starts and blood draws
  • Discontinuation of IV lines and saline/heparin locks
  • Specimen handling for lab analysis
  • Point-of-care testing
• Decontaminate equipment, instruments, and supplies
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Perform all duties within EMT scope of practice

Required Qualifications

• Current EMT-Basic, Advanced EMT, or EMT-Intermediate certification in the State of Colorado (required upon hire)
• IV Certification (required upon hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required upon hire)
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience preferred

Note: All licensure and certifications must comply with current organizational policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking and prolonged standing
• Ability to lift:
  • 40–80 lbs independently
  • 80–250 lbs with assistance
• Manual dexterity for operating medical equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters)
• Ability to perform patient assessments through palpation and inspection
• Capability to document care accurately in an electronic health record system
• Ability to hear and respond to equipment alarms and prompts
• Must safely function in high-stress, fast-paced, and constantly changing environments

Delta Health is a county-wide healthcare system with more than 100 years of dedication to serving our community. Our 49-bed hospital and outpatient locations across Delta County are committed providing remarkable care in a healing environment. We operate with the core belief: Excellence. Every Patient. Every Time.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic