ED Tech - Chula Vista at Scripps Health

Located less than 10 miles from the US-Mexico border, the Chula Vista campus of Scripps Mercy serves the cities of Chula Vista, Otay Mesa, National City, Imperial Beach, Bonita and beyond.

Scripps Mercy Hospital consists of two campuses in San Diego and Chula Vista.

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista provides a variety of medical and surgical services, including inpatient and outpatient care. Within the hospital you’ll find our 24-hour emergency room and many other specialty services ranging from cancer care to stroke care.

Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) – Full Time

Schedule: 72 hours per 2-week pay period | 12-hour Day shifts (including weekends)

Location: Scripps Mercy Chula Vista

Why Join Scripps Chula Vista team?

• Employees are truly excited about their work environment and describe the department as “friendly, positive, and family oriented” and collaborative relationships with emergency department physicians.

As an Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech), you will play a vital role in supporting patient care within the emergency department or urgent care setting. Working under the supervision of nurses and physicians, you will assist with essential clinical and operational tasks to ensure efficient, high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and physicians with patient care activities and procedures
• Obtain and document vital signs
• Perform patient care tasks, including thermal applications, non-sterile soaks, and simple dressings and splints
• Collect stool and urine specimens
• Transport patients as needed
• Provide coverage for unit secretary duties when needed

Required Qualifications

• Certified CA state issued EMT (EMT, AEMT or Paramedic) or CNA
• BLS Healthcare Provider Certifications through American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience in emergency services
• EMT certification

At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.

You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.

Position Pay Range: $25.95-$32.56/hour