Clinical Tech, Emergency Department

Location: West Valley Hospital, 525 SE Washington Street, Dallas, Oregon 97338
Department: Emergency Department
Position Type: Unscheduled / Per Diem, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Variable

Your role with us

As a Clinical Tech in the Emergency Department, you’ll be a vital member of the care team, supporting the fast-paced and unpredictable environment of emergency medicine. Under the direction of registered nurses and providers, you’ll assist in delivering compassionate, timely, and efficient care to patients experiencing a wide range of urgent and critical needs. Your role requires adaptability, strong communication, and a calm presence under pressure. Whether monitoring vital signs, assisting with procedures, or supporting patients and families, your efforts will directly contribute to patient safety, comfort, and outcomes during their most vulnerable moments.

What you’ll do

• Perform basic patient care duties such as vital signs, cardiac monitoring, electrocardiogram (EKGs), phlebotomy, bladder scans, splinting, wound care, and point-of-care testing.
• Assist with emergency procedures and care tasks delegated by RNs and providers.
• Document patient data accurately using written, verbal, and electronic methods according to policy.
• Support the flow of care by transporting patients safely and efficiently throughout the department.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized care environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Collaborate with the RN to implement care plans, monitor patient conditions, and report changes.
• Reinforce patient education regarding activities of daily living and support family involvement in care.
• Participate in unit activities such as staff meetings and shared decision-making processes.
• Fulfill required standby hours as scheduled to meet the needs of the Emergency Department.

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Requires ONE of the following to be considered for hire:
• CNA license
• CMA license
• EMT B certification
• Enrolled in an accredited nursing school
• Previous experience as an ED Tech or in a comparable role (i.e. CMA, UAP).

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth. Click here for details.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org.