At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking an Emergency Tech to join our Emergency Department team!

Up to $5,000 sign on bonus available!*

This is a Part Time, benefits eligible position on the day shift

Position Summary:

The Emergency Department Technician provides quality supportive patient care that involves direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the Emergency Department’s Registered Nurse or Physician.

Regulatory Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred, required within 6 months of hire.

• C N A certification or EMT license with at least one year of work experience required

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides supportive care to Emergency Department patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse or physician. Performs approved procedures per policy.

2. Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member. Supports and assists team members in all activities.

3. Communicates in an effective and efficient manner with all documentation, and with all coworkers, patients and physicians.

4. Recognizes and reports appropriate data to the RN/MD/NP/PA.

5. Assists registered nurse and providers with assessments, examinations and treatment.

6. Performs other duties as in services, including crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting physician with splint or cast application.

7. Adheres to hospital policy addressing standard precautions, safety regulations and guidelines.

8. Assists with patient transfers.

9. Responds to patient and visitor questions and needs immediately and within established standards.

10. Maintains patient comfort and privacy.

11. Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures.

12. Assists with preparation of equipment for procedures.

13. Monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed in the Emergency Department.

14. Transports patients and supplies to diagnostic departments, nursing units.

15. Acts as a clinical preceptor for students and orientees.

16. Maintains policies and procedures established by the department.

17. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services meetings and workshops; shows responsibility for ongoing education.

18. Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.

19. Operates equipment safely and correctly.

20. Maintains a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, hospital staffs.

21. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Physical Demands:

• including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.

What It’s Like Working At CMH: 

We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members. 

CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes: 

• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program 
• Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system. 
• Dental plan 
• Vision plan 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Basic Life insurance at no cost 
• Supplemental Life insurance 
• Long-term disability insurance 
• 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans 
• Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance 
• Family leave program for Parental Leaves 
• Comprehensive Wellness Program 

Living in Central Maine: 

While not at work, our team members enjoy the endless opportunities for entertainment that Maine has to offer. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy skiing, boating along the coast and hiking at a state or national park. Centrally located to several popular attractions, residents can embark on day trips to Boston, North Conway, New Hampshire and Boothbay Harbor. Maine is a wonderful place to raise a family, with safe communities and great public and private schools. 

About Central Maine Healthcare:

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

*Internal team members and returning team members gone less than 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!