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Er Tech Jobs in Portland, IN (NOW HIRING)

For MS, MS Tele, PCU, ICU, and ER positions, locals are not accepted * Floating is 100% required of ... CT/X-Ray Tech Shift: Night 2x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) Block Schedules: Yes --- Rates start --- Base ...

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How much do er tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for er tech in Portland, IN is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $20.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an ER Tech?

To thrive as an ER Tech, you need a solid understanding of emergency medical procedures, basic patient care, and usually a high school diploma with EMT certification. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems, vital signs monitors, and various emergency care equipment is essential. Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this fast-paced environment. These skills are vital for ensuring efficient patient care, supporting the ER team, and maintaining safety in emergency situations.

What is the difference between Er Tech vs EMT?

AspectEr TechEMT
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), Emergency Medical Technician certificationCPR, BLS, EMT certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, emergency rooms, urgent care centersAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with patient care, prepare equipment, support medical staffProvide emergency medical care, transport patients, perform basic life support

Both Er Techs and EMTs work in emergency and healthcare settings, often requiring similar certifications like CPR and BLS. While Er Techs primarily assist in hospital environments supporting medical staff, EMTs focus on pre-hospital emergency care and patient transport. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in emergency medical services.

What challenges does an ER Tech face during a typical shift?

ER Techs often work in fast-paced, high-stress environments where they must quickly adapt to changing situations and prioritize patient care effectively. They may face challenges such as managing multiple urgent tasks at once, assisting with difficult patients, and coordinating with nurses, physicians, and other hospital staff during emergencies. Time management, strong communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential to thrive in this role. Regular exposure to traumatic situations can also be emotionally demanding, so resilience and a supportive team environment are important.

What is an ER Tech?

ER Techs, or Emergency Room Technicians, are healthcare professionals who assist doctors and nurses in emergency departments. They perform a variety of tasks such as taking vital signs, performing EKGs, drawing blood, assisting with procedures, and helping to move or transport patients. ER Techs play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the ER by supporting clinical staff and providing direct patient care. Their work helps the emergency team respond quickly and efficiently to urgent medical situations.

Do ER techs get paid more?

ER techs typically earn higher wages than basic medical assistants due to the specialized skills and fast-paced environment they work in. Factors such as experience, certifications, and geographic location can also influence their pay rates. Overall, ER techs tend to have competitive salaries within healthcare support roles.
What cities near Portland, IN are hiring for Er Tech jobs? Cities near Portland, IN with the most Er Tech job openings:
Infographic showing various Er Tech job openings in Portland, IN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 10% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,865 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Travel CT Technologist

Trustaff Allied

Portland, IN • On-site

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 20 hours ago


Job description

Trustaff Allied is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Portland, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: CT Technologist
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Start Date: 08/24/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Aya Job Attributes:

  • Hot Job
  • Block Schedule
  • Submittal Interest: Low
  • Submittal Count: 0

**Prescreen Question: Please confirm your traveler is aware of the shift details --
Please confirm your traveler is fully aware of and comfortable with the following required shifts in order to move forward with submission: Shift: Sat and Sun 19:00-7:30
Required Certs: BLS, ARRT, Indiana license required
Open to accommodating block schedule? Sat & Sun Schedule
Locals accepted: Yes
RTO Restrictions: Must work 2/3 major holidays.
Modified Time:8/24/2026 12:00:00 AM
Account Manager: Bryan Howlett
Account Manager Email:
COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required
Flu Vaccine: Unknown
Submittals:Low
 

Job Requirements & Qualifications

 

Previous Charge Experience : -

 

Years of Experience : 1

 

Patient Ratio Experience :

 

Charting System Experience : -

 

Charting System Name :

 

Community Hospital Experience : Preferred

 

LTAC Experience : -

 

Trauma Level I Experience : -

 

Trauma Level II Experience : -

 

Travel Experience Required : -

 

Certifications : ARRT CT, ARRT R, BLS

Skills : Abdomen without and/or with contrast, Adult Acute Care, Adult Outpatient, Brain perfusion, Carotid, Cervical, Chest without and/or with contrast, Emergency Department, GE, Head without and/or with contrast, Isolation Precautions/PPE, Lumbar, Musculoskeletal trauma, PACS, Pediatric Outpatient, Pelvis without and/or with contrast, Philips, Preparation and/or administration of contrast media, Radiation Safety, Sinuses, Soft tissue neck, Starting Peripheral IV's, Thoracic, Trauma head, Vascular chest (e.g., pulmonary embolism, CTA, aorta), Vascular CTA, Venipuncture

 

Unit Details

 

Staffing & Scheduling

 

Scheduling Type : block

 

Patient Ratios Days : 8

 

Patient Ratios Nights : 1

 

Patient Ratios Weekends : 1

 

Float Required : -

 

Call Required : -

 

Weekend Coverage : -

 

Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : -

 

Pre-Approved Time Off : -

 

Orientation Hours : -

 

Facility & Patient Care Details

 

Patient Age Groups : Adolescents, Infants, Adults, Pediatrics, Geriatrics

 

Daily Census : 45

 

Number of Visits Per Day : -

 

Number of Rooms : 3

 

Number of Beds : 15

 

Additional Unit Information

 

Interdisciplinary Support : -

 

Patient Diagnoses : -

 

Special Procedures/Unit Details : -

 

Special Equipment : -

 

#Tier2 Travel Compliance

  1. Travelers University must be accredited by the ACEN or CCNE at the time of graduation.

  2. SSN required at time of submittal

  3. DOB required at time of submittal

  4. RTO - we can auto-approve 5 days of non holiday  RTO or less. Anything more requires facility approval. Candidate MUST WORK 2 out of 3 major holidays.

  5. If 1 position is available, we can allow 3 submissions at one time.

  6. 18 months exp. required, however please refer to job description for any exceptions made depending on the unit

  7. License: Must be in hand prior to start date. Temporary licenses may be obtainable once perm license applications have been submitted. 

  8. 2 supervisor references required

  9. Local Radius: IN residents are considered local

  10. Local Rules:

    • Accepted: Surgical Services positions, Allied positions, and IU Clinics will accept local travelers

    • Eligible local travelers will be offered the in-state rate at lower BR

    • Not accepted: For MS, MS Tele, PCU, ICU, and ER positions, locals are not accepted

  11. Floating is 100% required of ALL TRAVELERS - Candidates will float within hospital or to an affiliate hospital/s near by 

  12. Certs required - please see job description/unit description to find list of required certs depending on unit

  13. No specific charting required for any IU health positions

  14. Bill rate - please see job for posted bill rate

  15. Background Policy to be noted prior to submission so we can seek approval prior to offer

  16. Any PERM or PRN employee of IU must be away for 12 months before applying as a traveler

  17. Consecutive Contract Policy: Current or past IU travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment anywhere within IU Health are required to take a designated break to reset travel eligibility effective 2/24/26. This break must be taken in one consecutive period and cannot be split up under any circumstances. Please see AM for additional clarification if needed.

    • Out-of-state residents: require a 3 month/90 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler's year mark 

    • In-state residents require a 6 month/180 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler's year mark 

Submittal Details:

#Tier2 Travel Compliance

  1. Travelers University must be accredited by the ACEN or CCNE at the time of graduation.

  2. SSN required at time of submittal

  3. DOB required at time of submittal

  4. RTO - we can auto-approve 5 days of non holiday  RTO or less. Anything more requires facility approval. Candidate MUST WORK 2 out of 3 major holidays.

  5. If 1 position is available, we can allow 3 submissions at one time.

  6. 18 months exp. required, however please refer to job description for any exceptions made depending on the unit

  7. License: Must be in hand prior to start date. Temporary licenses may be obtainable once perm license applications have been submitted. 

  8. 2 supervisor references required

  9. Local Radius: IN residents are considered local

  10. Local Rules:

    • Accepted: Surgical Services positions, Allied positions, and IU Clinics will accept local travelers

    • Eligible local travelers will be offered the in-state rate at lower BR

    • Not accepted: For MS, MS Tele, PCU, ICU, and ER positions, locals are not accepted

  11. Floating is 100% required of ALL TRAVELERS - Candidates will float within hospital or to an affiliate hospital/s near by 

  12. Certs required - please see job description/unit description to find list of required certs depending on unit

  13. No specific charting required for any IU health positions

  14. Bill rate - please see job for posted bill rate

  15. Background Policy to be noted prior to submission so we can seek approval prior to offer

  16. Any PERM or PRN employee of IU must be away for 12 months before applying as a traveler

  17. Consecutive Contract Policy: Current or past IU travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment anywhere within IU Health are required to take a designated break to reset travel eligibility effective 2/24/26. This break must be taken in one consecutive period and cannot be split up under any circumstances. Please see AM for additional clarification if needed.

    • Out-of-state residents: require a 3 month/90 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler's year mark 

    • In-state residents require a 6 month/180 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler's year mark 

Unit:CT/X-Ray Tech

Shift:Night 2x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30)

Block Schedules:Yes


--- Rates start ---
Base Bill Rate: $93
Overtime Multiplier:40 total hours in 1 week : 1%
Charge Nurse : $3
On Call : $10
Call Back Multiplier: 1.35
Holiday Multiplier: 1.35
Non-Bill. Orientation: 12
Orientation: 12 hours Non-Billable
--- Rates end ---

Trustaff Allied Job ID #2133667. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CT Technologist

About Trustaff Allied

Our traveler-first attitude has set us apart from other travel healthcare agencies

 

When you join the Trustaff family, you’re more than just a body filling a role—you're a vibrant individual with dreams and aspirations. As one of the nation's leading travel healthcare companies, your recruiter will work with you one-on-one to guide your career and help you achieve your goals.

  • You decide when and where you want to work
  • Enjoy industry-leading pay, benefits, and bonuses
  • Experience new people and places
  • Grow your clinical skills and expand your experience


Travel healthcare lets you take your professional career to the next level while maintaining your flexibility and freedom. At Trustaff, we put you first, so you never have to compromise your work or pay.

We are proud to have one of the highest nurse retention rates in the country. Some of the other reasons people choose us include:

  • Priority access to thousands of travel healthcare jobs
  • Industry-leading pay
  • Guaranteed weekly hours
  • Experienced recruiters
  • Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k with employer match
  • Assistance with travel, compliance, and housing
  • Great bonuses for completions, referring friends, and more


Benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Referral bonus