Emergency Department Technician-Part Time Evenings

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • McHenry, IL

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About The Position

The Emergency Department Technician NWR position reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values and follows its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The role provides patient care within a defined scope of practice, including monitoring and observation, specified treatments and procedures, safety, and effective communication. The position is part time and works an evening schedule of 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate, current EMT-B/P license, or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential with at least 5 years of experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients across age groups and provide care appropriate to each patient’s age-related needs.
• Identify, report, provide care for, and document patient problems in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and technical staff.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
• Transport patients safely using transport devices appropriately.
• Assist emergency physicians, nurses, and technical staff with patient education, including use of appropriate educational materials.
• Access hospital and Emergency Department information systems to provide efficient service to physicians, nurses, and technologists.
• Maintain personal growth and development through mandatory in-services, meetings, Skill’s Days, and other educational opportunities.
• Support bedside reporting and hourly rounding.
• Adapt to changes in role responsibilities and interruptions in the Emergency Department setting.
• Multitask efficiently and maintain high-quality service to patients, including during high-volume periods.
• Maintain current certification or licensure by meeting specific state requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits
• A wide range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED