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Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) - South Shore

Advocate Health · Cudahy, WI

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you noticed something concerning with a patient while doing a routine task like a vital sign check or wound care, and what you did about it.

whether they understand their scope is to observe and escalate, not diagnose or delay reporting

Tell me about a time you had to transport or reposition a patient who was combative, in pain, or otherwise difficult to move safely.

physical safety practices and composure with difficult patient handling situations

Tell me about a time you worked with a child, an elderly patient, or someone with a disability and had to adjust your approach because of their age or condition.

understanding of age-specific and developmental care requirements mentioned in the posting

Describe a shift where you had almost no downtime and multiple patients needed something from you at once. How did you decide what came first?

time management and prioritization under real ED volume and unpredictability

Technical

What's your process for drawing labs and getting specimens to where they need to go correctly and on time in a busy ED?

basic phlebotomy competence and understanding of specimen handling under time pressure

How do you document a procedure or observation in the EHR so the next person picking up the chart has what they need?

documentation habits and comfort with electronic health record systems

What's your experience with IV starts, and do you know whether your certification allows you to perform them in this state?

clarity on scope of practice and honesty about certification limits

How do you keep track of daily patient charges or procedure entries when things get chaotic on shift?

attention to detail and reliability with administrative tasks that affect billing accuracy

What does maintaining a clean and safe environment actually look like to you during a shift, especially with exposure to blood and body fluids?

real familiarity with standard precautions and safety protocol, not just textbook knowledge

Situational

Walk me through how you'd handle a patient coming in who needs a blood draw, a Foley catheter placed, and cardiac monitoring all around the same time, while another patient's call light is going off.

whether the candidate can triage competing technical tasks without dropping communication with the RN

If a physician gives you a verbal instruction that seems to conflict with what the nurse told you a few minutes earlier, what do you do?

whether they know the chain of communication and won't act on unclear or conflicting orders

A piece of monitoring equipment starts acting up in the middle of a patient's care. What do you do in that moment, and afterward?

troubleshooting instincts and knowing when to escalate versus fix it themselves

If a family member is upset and asking you questions about their loved one's condition that you're not able to answer, how do you handle that conversation?

communication boundaries and ability to de-escalate without overstepping clinical scope

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 36102 Aurora St. Lukes South Shore - Emergency Department Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Zero assign- 24 hours in 6 week period, one 12 hour holiday a year. Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80 Major Responsibilities: • Assists the physicians and registered nurses in providing technical care of the patients by performing phlebotomy, transporting patients to other departments, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, performs wound care, inserts Foley catheters, and obtains lab specimens. May perform IV starts if allowed by state regulations. • Documents information/procedures and promptly communicates observations, concerns and needs of the patient to the registered nurse. • Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedure through the Electronic Health record (EHR). • Collaborates with physicians to support communications required to facilitate patient care. Coordinates and facilitates all forms of communications (phone, verbal, paging, electronic, fax, and EMS system). • Maintains a clean and safe working environment, following department safety policies and standard precautions. • Monitors equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges repair of major malfunctions. • Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the TM practices., or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Intravenous license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices, or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Intermediate license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices, or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices., or • Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, and • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required. Education Required: • High School Graduate. Experience Required: • Typically requires 1 year experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Basic computer skills and ability to work with Electronic Health Record (EHR). • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families. • Must maintain skill and recertification as required by regulation and organization. • Ability to effectively manage time and priorities. • High level of attention to detail. • Certification Addendum • Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others). Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift. • Must be able to: • Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. • Lift up to 20 lbs over the head. • Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. • Must be able to: • Push/pull with 30 lbs of force. • Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present. • Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines. • Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, and blood and body fluids. • Will be required to wear gloves, goggles, and gowns on an as-needed basis. • Must have functional sight and hearing. • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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