Emergency Technician - Per Diem*
Company: CARSON VALLEY HEALTH
Location: Gardnerville
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Emergency Technician - Per Diem*
*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15%
will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered
work on an "as-needed" basis. POSITION SUMMARY: Assists licensed
staff in the provision of basic nursing care utilizing established
policies and procedures; Provide age-appropriate care from the
infant through the geriatric population; Functions as part of the
multidisciplinary team; Demonstrates nursing process skills in
collecting patient data, reporting the findings and assisting the
team to meet patient care goals. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education
High school graduate or equivalent. Certification Required:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate or a Certified Nurse
Assistant License required (or obtain within 6 months of hire)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate Required Experience: Previous
ED tech experience preferred. Other Professional customer service
skills. Ability to read and communicate in English, bilingual
abilities preferred. POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Patient Care
Provides personal/ physical nursing care to patients. Obtains basic
age-appropriate measures. Aids with daily living activities,
specimen collection, nutrition, elimination and pulmonary support.
Provides basic physical care and comfort measures. Aids with
non-sterile soaks; application of simple dressings; perineal care.
Assists with positioning and transporting patients for various
procedures. Documentation As directed, assists the care team by
collecting patient care data at designated and appropriate
intervals on all patients. Reports findings to licensed staff.
Recognizes and accurately reports relevant patient information to
licensed staff. Communicates appropriate information regarding
patient safety and infection control to RN or nurse manager.
Ensures that all aspects of patient care are documented, and that
documentation is complete, accurate and timely. Scope of Service
Performs all responsibilities/duties required by unit as defined in
the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the
client is addressed. This includes but is not limited to the age of
the client served. Orders, obtains, maintains, and stocks medical
supplies as needed from various areas of the hospital as assigned.
As directed by the licensed nursing staff, provides care in a
manner that is safe and sensitive to the rights of each patient.
Demonstrates knowledge and skill in use of special equipment
operates and ensures proper functioning of equipment; ensures uses
of supplies are accurately documented; maintains accurate and
complete documentation of supply charges. Demonstrates knowledge
and skill in specific areas of clinical experience, as applicable.
CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE
"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024 & 2025!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM Per Diem positions
have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in
for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.
Keywords: CARSON VALLEY HEALTH, Sparks , Emergency Technician - Per Diem*, Healthcare , Gardnerville, Nevada
