ED Paramedic Technician: Fast-Paced Acute Care

Northwestern Medicine group; DeKalb Township (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, IL is seeking an Emergency Department Technician IHR to support patient care under the supervision of the RN and physician. This in-house registry rotates through shifts, performing rapid assessments, monitoring, and routine treatments within a defined scope.

The role emphasizes safety, data collection, documentation, and collaboration with the ED team. Requires IL EMT licensure, high school diploma, BLS, with ACLS/PALS preferred for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Illinois EMT-P license or EMT-B with at least 1 year of related experience.
• BLS certificate required.
• ACLS and PALS are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under RN and physician supervision.
• Monitor vital signs and perform routine procedures within scope.
• Collect data, report findings to nursing staff promptly.
• Support OB/GYN care and other ED tasks as needed.

Skills

EMT-Paramedic

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

ECG monitoring

IV insertion

Phlebotomy

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, IL is seeking an Emergency Department Technician IHR to support patient care under the supervision of the RN and physician. This in-house registry rotates through shifts, performing rapid assessments, monitoring, and routine treatments within a defined scope.

The role emphasizes safety, data collection, documentation, and collaboration with the ED team. Requires IL EMT licensure, high school diploma, BLS, with ACLS/PALS preferred for growth.