ED Tech II

Cooley Dickinson is the hospital for individuals to learn, grow and accelerate their career. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence.

About Us

With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinsons VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.

Accolades and Recognition

Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 5-star rating
The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Beacon Award for Excellence
Human Rights Campaign Foundation LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader designation
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)
Baby-Friendly USA designated Baby-Friendly Hospital,
Newsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the countrys Best Maternity Hospitals
Cooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive A Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital award

Our Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period:
a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefits
a generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year
403(b) retirement plan with various investment options
opportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursement

Job Responsibilities

The Emergency Department Technician II is responsible for performing a variety of direct and non-direct patient care duties, as well as unit duties as needed. Perform patient care related duties and clinical functions as assigned or requested. These include, but are not limited to, taking vital signs, performing EKGs, monitoring oxygen saturation, performing skin care and simple dressing functions, collecting specimens, bathing and performing other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, feeding patients, etc. Perform glucose monitoring and bladder scans and report results to RNs. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required

This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Emergency Department and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.