JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY

The Emergency Department Technician (EDT) assists with patient care under the direction of and RN,

MD, PA or NP.

All patient care team members act to meet patient needs and learn new skills to achieve quality patient

care and customer service. Team members promote a cooperative working relationship with each other,

other staff, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect,

displaying sensitivity to age specific needs and cultural differences, and expressing and accepting

feedback in a professional manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 1 year working as an ED Tech or EMT.

• Prior experience as a PCA or PCT in a high-volume department

• GED or HS graduate

• Current BLS certification

• Ability to work effectively within a team.

• Ability to satisfactorily perform job duties as defined in the job description.

• Willingness to be taught/learn new skills

• Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition and subtraction).

• Ability to organize and effectively set priorities.

• Ability to carry out duties of first responder in emergency situations.

• Basic computer skills.

• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job is preferred.

• 3 years ED tech experience preferred

• Phlebotomy license preferred

• EMT/paramedic training or nursing student who has completed med-surg rotation preferred