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Emergency Room Technician

Lufkin, TX · On-site

$16.06 - $22.69/hr

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Provide direct nursing care to emergency room patients * Assess, triage, and monitor patients with urgent and emergent conditions * Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered

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How much do emergency room director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for emergency room director in the United States is $116,501.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Emergency Room Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Emergency Room Director, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership skills, and a degree in nursing or healthcare administration, often supported by RN licensure and several years of emergency care experience. Familiarity with hospital management systems, EHRs, and certifications like ACLS or CEN is typically required. Exceptional communication, crisis management, and decision-making abilities help you lead teams and maintain high standards of patient care in a high-pressure environment. These skills are crucial for ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient operation of the emergency department.

What does an Emergency Room Director do?

An Emergency Room Director is responsible for overseeing the operations of a hospital’s emergency department. This includes managing staff, ensuring quality patient care, implementing policies and procedures, and coordinating with other hospital departments. They also handle budgeting, compliance with healthcare regulations, and may be involved in hiring and training staff. Their leadership ensures that the ER runs efficiently and that patients receive timely, effective care.

What are some common challenges an Emergency Room Director faces in managing staff and resources during peak times?

Emergency Room Directors often encounter challenges related to staffing shortages, resource allocation, and maintaining high-quality patient care during peak periods. Managing high patient volumes requires quick decision-making, efficient triage processes, and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams. Directors must also address staff burnout and ensure compliance with hospital protocols. Proactive planning, ongoing staff training, and fostering a collaborative environment are key strategies to overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Emergency Room Director vs Emergency Department Manager?

AspectEmergency Room DirectorEmergency Department Manager
CredentialsMedical degree, emergency medicine certification, leadership experienceBachelor's or master's in healthcare administration or related field, management experience
Work EnvironmentOversees entire emergency department, interacts with medical staff and administrationManages daily operations, staff scheduling, and patient flow within the emergency department
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare systems, emergency servicesHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations

The Emergency Room Director typically holds a medical degree and oversees the entire emergency department, focusing on clinical and administrative leadership. The Emergency Department Manager usually has a management background and handles daily operations and staff management. Both roles are essential in hospital emergency services but differ mainly in their qualifications and scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Room Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,501 per year, or $56 per hour.

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Job description

St. Luke’s Health – Memorial Lufkin is a 279 bed facility and member of CommonSpirit Health, a national nonprofit health system. Serving East Texas, St. Luke's Health-Memorial Lufkin provides more than a quarter of a million patient services annually and contributes millions of dollars in local charity care and community support. We’re the area’s first Joint Commission Certified Primary Stroke Center, with board-certified neurologists and neurosurgeons offering full-spectrum stroke care. Nationally recognized as a HealthCare Center of Excellence, St. Luke's Health-Memorial Lufkin offers compassionate, comprehensive health care, including off-campus rehab and outpatient facilities and services. In addition to its large emergency department, there are 32 private rooms, dedicated imaging and OBGYN, wound care, infusion and lab services.


As an Emergency Room Tech, you will support safe, cost-efficient patient care in the Emergency Department, performing delegated functions from the RN or Physician.
Every day you will conduct selected diagnostics and procedures, assist with patient transport and lifting, and provide general clerical and cleaning support to the unit.
To be successful in this role you will effectively execute delegated tasks, support unit operations, and contribute to a safe and efficient environment.

  • Provides direct patient care as delegated by the RN and Medical Staff.
  • Monitors and records vital signs, observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional condition and reports any changes to the nursing or medical staff
  • Provides indirect patient care.
  • Performs and documents general therapeutic/diagnostic measures.
  • Acts as transporter
  • Assists with updating the Emergency Department Tracking Board/Care Manager (EDTB)

Required

  • High School Graduate, upon hire or
  • High School GED, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, within 14 - days


Preferred

  • One (1) year of previous Emergency Room experience preferred, upon hire

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