What are the responsibilities and job description for the ER Tech - Emergency Room - Full Time 12 Hours Day (7:00 AM to 7:30 PM) (Union, Non-Exempt) *Up to $2500 Sign On Bonus position at University of Southern California?
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Education
Minimum (Required)
High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
Preferred (Not required)
Minimum (Required)
The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 - $25.95. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations
POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the RN, the Emergency Room Technician assists the RN and/or physician in patient care procedures and activities. Checks equipment, maintains supply levels, maintains/organizes utility rooms and checks emergency carts, restocking them if needed. Transports patients for admissions, procedures or discharge. Performs 12-Lead EKG effectively and when needed. Demonstrates and promotes compliance with infection control, legal and safety standards. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.
Job ID REQ20173011 Posted Date 03/12/2026
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- Accountable to the shift lead RN for daily work assignments and to the Nursing Manager/Director for overall work performance.
- Assists RN in turning, positioning and ambulating patients. Prepares patients for examination. Sets-up and assists in suturing, immobilization, cast application, splinting, dressing, and other procedures. Assures patient privacy at all times.
- Assumes responsibility for own professional development and practice.
- Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
- Obtains urine specimens from patients and correctly identifies specimen per policy and procedure.
- Organize, monitor, and maintain availability of supplies, oxygen tanks, emergency supplies. Keeps accurate inventory of essential equipment and instruments. Keeps utility rooms and hallways organized and free from clutter. Notifies Biomed of broken equipment for repair and maintenance. Utilizes equipment tracking log for equipment leaving the department.
- Performs 12-Lead EKG competently and timely. Lead placement being accurate and utilizing equipment according to standards, policy and procedures. Sends tracing to Cardio-Diagnostics and places copy in patient’s chart.
- Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
- Stocks, organizes, and set-up patient rooms. Ensures room, bed and bedside table is clean, free of clutter, waste or contamination prior to placing new patient in area.
- Supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among co-workers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
- Transports patients for admission, procedure and discharge by gurney or wheelchair.
- Works with Triage Nurse in Triage Tech role to facilitate patient flow through the department. Demonstrates Next Generation of Care attributes when dealing with internal and external customers to enhance patient satisfaction. Consistently at greeter role when not assisting a patient.
Education
Minimum (Required)
High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
Preferred (Not required)
- Prefer minimum of one-year recent experience in an acute care hospital or Emergency Room.
- Previous acute experience preferred.
Minimum (Required)
- Must obtain Current California State phlebotomy certification within 6 months of hire. Out of state phlebotomy certification will be accepted pending California State certification within the first six months of hire.
- Must have EMT certification.
- Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification.
- Obtain/Posses current Mgmt of Assaultive Behavior Certification; can obtain within 6 months of hire
The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 - $25.95. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations
POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the RN, the Emergency Room Technician assists the RN and/or physician in patient care procedures and activities. Checks equipment, maintains supply levels, maintains/organizes utility rooms and checks emergency carts, restocking them if needed. Transports patients for admissions, procedures or discharge. Performs 12-Lead EKG effectively and when needed. Demonstrates and promotes compliance with infection control, legal and safety standards. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.
Job ID REQ20173011 Posted Date 03/12/2026
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Salary : $21 - $26