ER Tech- UAP
Salem, OR, US
Patient Support Services
Full Time
Job ID: #14844
Location Site: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Emergency Department
Position Type: Full time, 36 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Night shift, variable start times and variable scheduled days
Your role with us
As an emergency room technician at Salem Health, you’ll be a critical part of the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of one of the busiest Emergency Departments on the West Coast. Whether you're supporting trauma resuscitations, performing phlebotomy, monitoring vital signs, or ensuring the safety and comfort of patients across all ages, your presence and skill help ensure timely, compassionate, and effective care. Working alongside nurses and physicians, you’ll bring a calm, adaptable approach to rapidly changing situations—playing an essential role in patient flow, communication, and safety. This is a role for someone who thrives under pressure, takes initiative, and wants to make a meaningful difference in a hospital that values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous growth.
What you'll do
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Support patient care across all age groups by assisting with vital signs, EKGs, toileting, ambulation, and daily living activities
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Perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing, including blood draws and blood glucose monitoring
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Assist during high-acuity events such as Code Blue, trauma activations, and CPR, including providing chest compressions
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Provide 1:1 safety observations and reinforce patient education for mobility aids (e.g., walkers, crutches)
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team; page or fax appropriate services and facilities as needed
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Monitor telemetry and utilize downtime protocols when assigned and trained
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Prepare rooms for incoming patients, stock supplies, and maintain a safe, clean environment
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Place splints, assist in procedures, and prepare deceased patients for the morgue per training and assignment
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Collaborate with RNs and providers to observe, report, and document changes in patient condition
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Support patient transport, ensure call light accessibility, and assist with crowd control during surge events
Required qualifications
- One year of recent experience in acute care, ambulatory care, Emergency Medical Service setting in at least one of the following – CNA, EMT B, AEMT or EMT-P, Previous experience as an ED Tech or in a comparable role (i.e. CMA, UAP, Acute Care of ambulatory setting).
Additional information
- BLS due within 60 days of hire.
- Ability to work effectively with physicians, nurses and other hospital employees.
- Ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients and their families.
- Requires self-direction and the ability to exercise judgment in prioritizing accuracy and promptness in completion of tasks.
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.
Location Site: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Emergency Department
Position Type: Full time, 36 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Night shift, variable start times and variable scheduled days
Your role with us
As an emergency room technician at Salem Health, you’ll be a critical part of the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of one of the busiest Emergency Departments on the West Coast. Whether you're supporting trauma resuscitations, performing phlebotomy, monitoring vital signs, or ensuring the safety and comfort of patients across all ages, your presence and skill help ensure timely, compassionate, and effective care. Working alongside nurses and physicians, you’ll bring a calm, adaptable approach to rapidly changing situations—playing an essential role in patient flow, communication, and safety. This is a role for someone who thrives under pressure, takes initiative, and wants to make a meaningful difference in a hospital that values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous growth.
What you'll do
-
Support patient care across all age groups by assisting with vital signs, EKGs, toileting, ambulation, and daily living activities
-
Perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing, including blood draws and blood glucose monitoring
-
Assist during high-acuity events such as Code Blue, trauma activations, and CPR, including providing chest compressions
-
Provide 1:1 safety observations and reinforce patient education for mobility aids (e.g., walkers, crutches)
-
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team; page or fax appropriate services and facilities as needed
-
Monitor telemetry and utilize downtime protocols when assigned and trained
-
Prepare rooms for incoming patients, stock supplies, and maintain a safe, clean environment
-
Place splints, assist in procedures, and prepare deceased patients for the morgue per training and assignment
-
Collaborate with RNs and providers to observe, report, and document changes in patient condition
-
Support patient transport, ensure call light accessibility, and assist with crowd control during surge events
Required qualifications
- One year of recent experience in acute care, ambulatory care, Emergency Medical Service setting in at least one of the following – CNA, EMT B, AEMT or EMT-P, Previous experience as an ED Tech or in a comparable role (i.e. CMA, UAP, Acute Care of ambulatory setting).
Additional information
- BLS due within 60 days of hire.
- Ability to work effectively with physicians, nurses and other hospital employees.
- Ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients and their families.
- Requires self-direction and the ability to exercise judgment in prioritizing accuracy and promptness in completion of tasks.
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.
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