PRN Emergency Services Tech- Union Medical Center Emergency Center

Job Requirements

Hospital and Unit Information

Union Medical Center (UMC) is an acute care hospital located in rural Union, SC. As part of Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System (SRHS), UMC offers access to inpatient care, outpatient services, and a multi-specialty physician group all under one roof, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care. UMC opened the doors of our new state-of-the-art, 99k+ square foot facility in February 2025. UMC’s roots date back to 1921, when it was founded as Wallace Thomson Hospital, and we are proud to have been serving the Union community for over 100 years. With the new facility, we look forward to continuing to serve our community for generations to come!

UMC's 12-bed Emergency Department sees trauma, STEMI's, stokes, auto accidents, and much more. Our family-oriented and compassionate team prove that small can be mighty! Our team benefits from the wisdom and experience of their leaders, including a Nurse Manager and CNO with a combined 30+ years RN experience.

Position Summary

The Emergency Services Technician, under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, is responsible for providing emotional and physical comfort and safety to patients; observing, recording and reporting to appropriate persons changes in patient’s condition; performing therapeutic procedures/treatments as defined by Union Medical Center’s Policy and Procedures; keeping the unit environment safe, restocking of supplies and checking the operation of equipment. Collaborates with Leadership in developing and implementing the Union Medical Center Culture, Mission, and Goals.

Minimum Requirements

Education

- High School Graduate or equivalent
- EMT, CNA, PCA, Surgical Technician, Medical Assistant, completion of fundamental nursing course, or one-year experience in healthcare setting

Experience

- N/A

License/Registration/Certifications

- BLS

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

- N/A

Preferred Experience

- N/A

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

- N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

- Recognizes and reports changes in patients clinical condition, e.g. change in color, shortness of breath, changes in vital signs, etc to appropriate nursing staff and/or MD.
- Performs and documents procedures as appropriate (i.e., vital signs, EKGs performed and labeled, specimens obtained and delivered).
- Assists physicians and nurses in examinations, treatments and minor surgical procedures.
- Assists patients with turning, bathing, and positioning, ambulating.
- Employee attends all mandatory education programs offered by the hospital and/or department annually.
- Completes daily assignments, i.e., utility room’s storage, trays, carts, and supplies.
- Follows Emergency Department procedures are followed concerning use, processing and replacement of special equipment, trays and supplies.
- Other duties as assigned