Overview

Job Title: EMT / Emergency Department (ED) Technician

Location: University Hospital – Madison, Wisconsin
Specialty: EMT / ER Technician
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Employment Type: Staff, Ongoing

Work Schedule

  • Part-time, 90% FTE

  • Evening/night shifts: primarily 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

  • Weekend rotation required

  • Hours may vary based on department needs

Position Overview

Join UW Health, Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and a leading Level 1 Trauma Center, as an Emergency Department Technician. In this fast-paced environment, you will provide essential patient care, assist clinical staff, and ensure the smooth operation of the ED.

This role is ideal for EMTs who thrive in dynamic, high-acuity environments and want to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver compassionate support to patients receiving care in the ED

  • Assist with clinical procedures including starting IVs, collecting blood samples, and placing catheters

  • Operate and support state-of-the-art medical equipment

  • Communicate effectively with providers, nurses, patients, families, and other caregivers

  • Document patient information accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

  • Respond to codes, pages, and other emergent situations as directed

  • Observe and assist with behavioral health assessments as needed

Qualifications

  • EMT-Basic license or National Registry EMT (required)

  • Completion of AEMT or Paramedic program preferred

  • Experience in emergency departments, hospitals, or EMS preferred

  • Current CPR / BLS certification required

  • ACLS and PALS certification preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

  • Capable of performing physically demanding tasks such as patient transfers, lifting, and positioning

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Life insurance

  • Paid holidays and sick leave

  • Continuing education opportunities

  • Wellness programs and fitness benefits

  • Employee discount programs and pet insurance

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

UW Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of every team member. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

About UW Health

UW Health is a nationally recognized academic health system, consistently ranked as Wisconsin’s #1 hospital by U.S. News & World Report. With six main hospitals, a partner hospital in Madison, two hospitals in Illinois, and over 90 clinics, we serve more than 800,000 patients annually. Our workforce of 24,000+ employees, including 1,800 physicians, provides cutting-edge care while training the next generation of healthcare professionals at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.