Emergency Room Technical Assistant

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. About the Department Henry Ford Medical Center – Fairlane in Dearborn provides 24-hour emergency care in a fast-paced environment serving patients with a wide range of urgent and emergent needs. This is a part-time, 24-hour day-shift position. Our team is looking for professionals who are reliable, adaptable, collaborative, and strong communicators. Successful team members are able to prioritize quickly as patient needs change, take initiative, and work effectively as part of the emergency care team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care and thrives in a busy setting where teamwork, responsiveness, and excellent patient care are essential. Role Overview As an Emergency Room Technical Assistant, you will provide hands-on patient care and clinical support under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses and Providers. You will work alongside the emergency care team to support safe, timely, and efficient care throughout the department. Position Details - Hours: 24 hours per week - Shift: Days - Employment Status: Part-time Why Henry Ford Health At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible. What You Will Do - Assist RNs and Providers with patient assessments, examinations, treatments, and procedures. - Perform clinical duties including vital signs, blood draws/specimen collection, EKGs, splinting/immobilization, urinary catheterization, IV removal, and starting unmedicated IVs, as applicable. - Prepare patients, equipment, and sterile supplies for procedures, including suturing, casting, pelvic exams, and lumbar punctures. - Recognize and promptly report abnormal vital signs or potentially life-threatening cardiac rhythms to the RN or Provider. - Document patient care and follow safety, infection prevention, and standard precaution requirements. - Support patient flow through patient transport, room turnover, equipment cleaning, and restocking. - Provide compassionate support to patients and families while contributing to an excellent patient experience. What We Offer At Henry Ford Health, we offer opportunities for career growth, collaboration with leading healthcare professionals, and the chance to engage in mission-driven work. You'll have access to continuous learning and development, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and communities. Join Our Team Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health! What You Will Need - High School diploma or GED equivalent. - BCLS certification. - One of the following certifications/programs: - B-EMT - Graduate from a formal Medical Assistant program - Completion of a formal nursing education program - Completion of a formal medical doctor education program - OR one (1) year of applicable Emergency Room Technical experience in lieu of the above completed certification/program. Must complete applicable certification/program within 12 months of hire. - Successful completion of a 180-day orientation period required. Preferred Qualifications - Previous Emergency Department Technician or Medical Assistant experience. - EMT license.