Immediate Care Technician- ICC St. Charles Part-time 1K Sign-on Bonus

Northwestern Medicine • Saint Charles, IL

362d • $20 - $28

About The Position

The Immediate Care Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NMHC, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Immediate Care Technician supports physicians (MD) and advanced practice providers (APP) by facilitating patient flow, assisting with various patient care activities, and performing related administrative functions. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow; maintaining neat, clean and safe patient care areas; promoting patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner; safeguarding patient confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Written proof of meeting candidate eligibility requirements for writing one of the five eligible certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA).
• Completion of one of the following certifications within the first six months of employment: CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, NRCMA, or EMT certification.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification.
• Completion of pre-employment competency exam.
• Strong computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronic medical record.
• College degree or interest in health care field.
• One to two years of ambulatory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assures efficient patient flow through the site by escorting patients to exam rooms, identifying patients with 2 identifiers, and preparing them for examination.
• Obtains accurate vital signs, per organization standards, and documents reason for visit along with allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.
• Informs the MD/APP of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms promptly.
• Anticipates and sets up equipment or supplies needed for visits, cleans and prepares exam rooms for the next patient, and responds to needs to expedite visits.
• Assists with referrals, transfers, and discharge processes.
• Assists MD/APP with medical and surgical procedures in accordance with established protocols such as ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, and wound care.
• Provides high quality care by preparing and stocking all exam rooms, participating in environmental safety rounds, and maintaining vaccine/medication inventory.
• Functions as an integral part of the patient care team and promotes patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees