Emergency Medical Technician (62521)
Company: Memorial Health
Location: Decatur
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Min USD $16.77/Hr. Max USD $25.99/Hr. Overview The Per-Diem (as
needed) Emergency Medical Technician, under the direct supervision
of a Registered Professional Nurse or a Licensed Physician, assists
in the delivery of care to patients within the Emergency Medical
Services area(s). The Technician performs a variety of tasks, which
include, but are not limited to, clerical and communications. These
tasks and duties are performed in accordance with both the
established values and policies and procedures of the Department
and Taylorville Memorial Hospital. Qualifications Education: - High
School Graduate or equivalent Licensure/Certification/Registry: -
Illinois Department of Public Health EMT certificate, certificate
of successful completion of Certified nurse's aide training
program, enrolled in Nursing school program, or enrolled in Premed
with Biology or Chemistry major and have been a unit support
attendant for 6 months in the ED required; - CPR certification
required, or obtained during nursing team onboarding process. Other
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - Demonstration of the ability to write
and/or print legibly and accurately. - Successful completion of
Unit Based orientation. Responsibilities 1. Provides care to
patients of all ages under the direction of a registered
professional nurse according to policies and procedures and
standards of care. 1. Checks, cleans and stocks rooms with supplies
and linens in preparation for daily work schedule. 1. Communicates
with patient, family and/or significant other concerning
anticipated waiting time and/or obtains information if unknown. 1.
Provides appropriate assistance with various examinations,
procedures and emergency situations (including EKG, suturing,
splint application, catheter insertion, sterile dressing change).
1. Transport patients in an appropriate manner with appropriate
records. 1. Communicates with pre-hospital personnel in accordance
with department policy and procedures utilizing appropriate
communications, equipment and logs. 1. Arranges self-directed
learning and participates in continuing education. 1. Actively
participates in competency assessment process. 1. Accesses
Medication Room only to obtain Supplies. 1. Performs other related
work as required or requested
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