Ambulatory Care Technician: Streamline Patient Flow

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks an Immediate Care Technician to support physicians and APPs by facilitating patient flow, performing clinical tasks, and handling related administrative duties. You will help maintain safe, clean exam rooms and promote patient satisfaction while safeguarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing rooms, assisting with procedures (ECG, venipuncture, immunizations), coordinating referrals, and ensuring equipment is ready for the next

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Within six months, pursue CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA certification as applicable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Pre-employment competency exam completed.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient flow and escort to exam rooms.
• Take accurate vital signs and document findings.
• Assist MD/APP with procedures (ECG, venipuncture, immunizations).
• Prepare and stock exam rooms and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist with referrals, transfers and discharge processes.
• Communicate effectively with patients and care team.

Skills

EMR system

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA certification (preferred within 6 months)

EMT-P/EMT-B or IL EMT License

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks an Immediate Care Technician to support physicians and APPs by facilitating patient flow, performing clinical tasks, and handling related administrative duties. You will help maintain safe, clean exam rooms and promote patient satisfaction while safeguarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing rooms, assisting with procedures (ECG, venipuncture, immunizations), coordinating referrals, and ensuring equipment is ready for the next