Nacogdoches Medical Center is recruiting a full-time Emergency Department Technician for day-shift coverage at its acute care hospital in Nacogdoches, TX — a community facility with nearly 50 years of service to the East Texas region. This role works directly under RN and physician direction in a fast-paced ED environment, supporting a hospital that offers a broad range of specialty service lines and advanced clinical technology. The position may float across facilities within the market as needed, making it a strong fit for an EMT-certified technician who thrives in varied, high-acuity settings.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Full-time, day-shift schedule in the Emergency Department
- Works under direct RN and physician supervision, delivering hands-on patient care in accordance with recognized clinical standards and hospital policy
- Procedural responsibilities include IV insertion, blood draws, and placement of 12-lead ECGs
- Position supports all facilities within the local market — cross-facility coverage may be required
- Hospital service lines include obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology (cardiac catheterization lab and electrophysiology capabilities), cancer care, neuroscience (Brainlab technology and stroke treatment programs), and bariatric/weight loss surgery
- Nearly 50 years of continuous service to the East Texas community, with a strong team-oriented culture
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; graduate of an Emergency Medical Technician program preferred
- Current EMT-Basic (EMT-B) or EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) certification required
- Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Prior EMT clinical experience preferred
- Demonstrated competency or willingness to perform IV insertion, phlebotomy, and 12-lead ECG placement
About the Community
Nacogdoches is known as the oldest town in Texas, situated in the piney woods of East Texas with a relaxed pace, affordable cost of living, and a strong sense of community. Home to Stephen F. Austin State University, the city offers cultural amenities, outdoor recreation along the Angelina National Forest and nearby lakes, and a family-friendly environment. Dallas and Houston are both accessible within a few hours, providing big-city options while everyday life remains grounded in a welcoming, small-city setting.