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Emergency Services Technician - Tacoma

Primary Location Tacoma, Washington Schedule Call-in/On-Call Shift Variable Salary $28.14 - $41.93 / hour
Job Number 1346723 Date posted 05/05/2025
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Job Summary:

Assists nursing staff by performing designated duties related to patient care in a manner conducive to their safety, comfort, and welfare. Adheres to instructions given my the nursing/medical staff and performs only those duties as described in the EST skills list and in accordance with established standards. All care provided is documented per department standards. Demonstrates strong communication skills in dealing with staff and consumers, and projects a professional demeanor. Participates in classes and skills labs, continuing education, and current CPR certification.

Essential Responsibilities:


  • Assists nursing staff by performing designated duties related to patient care in a manner conducive to their safety, comfort, and welfare (obtains vital signs, EKGs, basic wound care, etc). Documents care in electronic medical record.

  • Maintains supplies per department standards.

  • Demonstrates good knowledge and practice in of sterile and isolation techniques.

  • Assists with instructing patient in crutch walking.

  • Applies splints and orthopedic appliances under the direction of the RN or practitioner. Functions as a phlebotomist as directed by the RN or practitioner.

Basic Qualifications:
Experience


  • Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience in a emergency department or urgent care setting.

Education

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
  • Registered Medical Assistant (Washington) within 4 months of hire AND Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certificate (Washington) within 4 months of hire
      OR
  • Interim Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) within 4 months of hire
      OR
  • Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) required at hire
  • Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, visitors, and clinical staff.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Knowledge and skill in emergency services protocols, patient safety, and clinical standards.
  • Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist credential or must complete training program and submit application within 90 days after hire.
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two (2) years of clinical experience in a emergency department or urgent care setting.
  • EMT training.
Primary Location: Washington,Tacoma,Tacoma Specialty Center Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift: Variable Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM Working Hours End: 11:59 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: J02|SEIU|SEIU Local 1199 Service Unit Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Tacoma Specialty Center - Urgent Care - 1130 Pay Range: $28.14 - $41.93 / hour Travel: No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

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