Emergency Room Technician; Evening Shifts

Building

Location:

St Josephs Medical Center

4002500 EMERGENCY SERVICES TECH - SJMC

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations.

As an Emergency Department Technician, you are responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health.

• CPR
• Wound care including irrigation and dressing
• Splinting and immobilization of bone injuries
• Suctioning of patients
• Performing EKG’s
• POC testing
• Obtaining non‑invasive specimen swabs such as throat cultures
• Crutch fitting
• Ambulation education
• Suture removal
• Transporting of patients between departments
• Providing personal hygiene care
• Assisting with nutritional needs
• Providing comfort care and other assistance
• Appropriately and safely transferring patients
• Taking vital signs and completing record keeping
• Recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.

• 48 hours per pay period
• Every Other Weekend
• Evening Shift: 3:00PM - 11:30PM

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification (Must obtain within 1 month of hire)

• Completion of an emergency medical technician, licensed practical nurse, certified medical assistant or nursing assistant program.
• Currently licensed as a EMT, NA, LPN, CMA upon initial hire
• BSN student who has completed at least 3 years of schooling
• Currently employee in the SJMC Emergency Department as an Emergency Room Technician

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well‑being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long‑term financial security.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

FTE: 0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:
Permanent Evening Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time: 3:00pm – 11:30pm

Weekends:
Every Other Weekend

Holidays:
Yes

Call Obligation:
No

Union:

Compensation Range: $16.94 - $25.41

We’re committed to supporting your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.

Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at .