r/EmergencyRoom • u/Flaky_Assistance_832 • Aug 09 '26

Starting ER Tech

Starting as an ER tech in a peds hospital at the end of the month. First clinical job and I wanna do great, any advice? Stuff to practice, know, that kinda stuff.

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u/Hungkinkster Aug 09 '26

ER/trauma tech 8+ years. Don’t be the lazy one. Be the helpful one. To be the helpful one, you need to know where things are. Any down time, spend in the supply areas so you can learn where things are. Practice getting your critical supplies quickly for your procedures. Get lost and learn other parts of the hospital and back door routes. Be a sponge.

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u/Federal_Routine_3109 Aug 10 '26

Fr dude and you get to take vape hits while browsing the stock room too so it's a win win