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How much do emergency department tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for emergency department tech in Texas is $20.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an emergency department tech?

Emergency Department Techs, also known as ED Techs or ER Techs, are healthcare professionals who assist nurses and physicians in emergency rooms. Their duties include taking vital signs, performing basic medical procedures, transporting patients, and maintaining equipment and supplies. ED Techs play a crucial role in ensuring that patients receive timely care and that the emergency department runs smoothly. They typically work in fast-paced environments and may be required to respond quickly to urgent situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an emergency department tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Emergency Department Tech, you need a solid understanding of basic medical procedures, patient care, and emergency response, typically supported by a high school diploma and relevant certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) credentials. Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, vital sign monitoring equipment, and point-of-care testing devices is essential. Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for delivering efficient, accurate care and supporting the emergency team in high-stress, fast-paced environments.

What are some typical challenges emergency department techs face during a busy shift?

Emergency Department Techs often encounter fast-paced, high-stress situations, especially during peak hours or in critical emergencies. Balancing multiple tasks—such as assisting with patient care, monitoring vital signs, and preparing equipment—requires strong organizational skills and adaptability. Communicating effectively with nurses, physicians, and other team members is essential to ensure patient safety and smooth workflow. Developing resilience and staying calm under pressure are key to successfully meeting the demands of this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Emergency Department Tech vs Emergency Medical Technician?

AspectEmergency Department TechEmergency Medical Technician
CertificationsCPR, EMT-B or higher, hospital-specific trainingCPR, EMT-B certification, state licensure
Work EnvironmentHospital emergency departments, clinicsAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Job DutiesAssist medical staff, prepare equipment, patient care supportProvide pre-hospital emergency care, transport patients

Emergency Department Techs primarily work inside hospitals assisting staff with patient care and equipment, while Emergency Medical Technicians focus on providing emergency care in the field and during transport. Both roles require CPR and EMT-B certification, but ED Techs have additional hospital-specific training. The roles are complementary but differ mainly in work setting and scope of practice.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Department Tech job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,941 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Emergency Department Tech - Evenings (FT)

Citizens Medical Center

Victoria, TX • On-site

$13.25 - $18.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Citizens Medical Center (Texas) rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

929th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

Emergency Department Tech - Evenings (FT)

Shift: Evenings (1P - 1A)

JOB SUMMARY: Reports to Emergency Department Nurse Manager and supervised by Charge Nurse. ED Tech assists licensed nurses in delivering quality nursing care in the Emergency Department and assists doctors with procedures. ED Tech helps maintain supplies are stocked on the unit and cleans unit and transports patients.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Job Specific:

  1. Ensure that the ED has appropriate patient supplies for daily operations: Essential Function (EF)
  2. Maintain and organize unit and patient areas. (EF)
  3. Responsible for the cleaning of beds, work area, and linen (dirty & clean). (EF)
  4. Accountable for transporting ED contaminated instruments to Sterile Processing and restocking the instrument cart to appropriate levels. (EF)
  5. Responsible for assisting nurses with receiving and discharging patients.(EF)
  6. Assist nurses with patient care. (EF)
  7. Help train new ED Tech staff.(EF)
  8. Responsible to fill HUC position as needed.(EF)
  9. Other duties as required. (EF)
  10. Responsible to answer phone. (EF)
  11. Transport patients as needed.(EF)
  12. Assist physicians with patients. (EF)

Hospital:

  1. Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures.
  2. Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital's Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.
  3. Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital's Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines.
  4. Performs within his/her professional Scope of Practice at all times.

Other Duties As Assigned:

  • Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Special Skills and Abilities: Required: Communication, written, read write

Preferred: Computer preferred

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Required: CPR; Basic Life Support

COMPANY PROFILE

Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956. Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,200 employees. Voted "Best of the Best" hospital in Victoria for 14 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, with a newly renovated 24/7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter. Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center. Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community.

Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who actively demonstrate service excellence by exemplifying our iCare values. If you are someone who displays respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers while consistently upholding the hospital's commitment to providing outstanding outcomes, service excellence, and fiscal responsibility, then you could be a good fit for the CMC team!

BENEFIT OFFERINGS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • STD, LTD Disability
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D
  • Flexible Spending (FSA)
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation
  • Paid Time Off
  • Sick leave, Bereavement leave, Jury Duty/Witness Service
  • Hospital-paid & administered annual immunizations
  • HealthPlex (gym) membership discount
  • YMCA partnership discount for childcare
  • Employee Assistance Programs

Citizens Medical Center is guided by its Mission – "to provide quality medical services at a reasonable cost to the citizens of the region."

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