Emergency Department Technician Full Time MidShift

The salary range for this position is $22.58 - $31.61 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. 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 Description See what our staff have to say about working at Northwestern Medicine! It Takes a Team! The Emergency Department Tech-Palos reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, 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 Emergency Department Tech’s (EDT) primary function is to assist and support the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities. The Emergency Department Tech (EDT) functions as a member of the unit staff under the direction and supervision of the professional Registered Nurse and ED Physician. Responsibilities Provides wound care Assists with splinting and orthopedic devices Performs ECGs Performs phlebotomy in addition to specimen collection (urine, stool, sputum) Labels and processes specimens according to established protocols and policies Performs bedside waived testing procedures and maintains annual competency Prepares patient and room for MD or RN assessment, evaluation, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (work may require lifting and positioning of patients) Obtains vital signs and routinely reassess vital signs Applies cardiac monitor/pulse oximetry Collects and records intake and output Administers and assists with direct patient care and patient hygiene activities Makes rounds of patients and anticipates their needs Promptly answers patient’s call lights Applies comfort and safety measures Transports and/or retrieves patients, specimens, equipment and/or supply as needed Documents on medical record all patient care provided Performs CPR Performs morgue care Skills that are not approved for this position regardless if individual certification or licensure present: IV initiation Medication administration including code drugs Intubation Tracheal suctioning Completes all necessary duties to ensure a clean, safe, attractive work environment Cleans, organizes, and prepares patient rooms; notifies appropriate personnel for mopping, garbage disposal Maintains stock of patient care items according to standards, orders accordingly in EPIC Cleans and prepares for processing of equipment requiring sterilization This position is full-time, 72 hours per pay period, mid-shift, 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. with alternating weekends and holidays. Qualifications Required High School diploma or equivalent Previous patient care experience Effective communication and interpersonal skills CPR Certification from the American Heart Association Preferred Certified Nurse Assistant or EMT-B certification Phlebotomy and ECG skills College degree or interest in health care field Strong customer service orientation Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings. NorthwesternMedicine Career Page Sign-on Bonus Eligibility If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern Medicine