EMERGENCY RESPONSE TECHNICIAN- CERMAK

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County Health & Hospitals System seeks an Emergency Response Technician at Cermaq. The role involves first-responder duties, ACLS-based emergency care, triage, and rapid stabilization of detainees under protocol.

Requirements include Illinois EMT-P licensure, CPR/ACLS, two years EMT experience, phlebotomy, Excel, and Cerner EMR proficiency. Shift is overnight; benefits package accompanies employment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; transcripts required.
• Must be 21 years of age at time of application filing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess current CPR and ACLS certifications.
• Must be licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in Illinois.
• Two years full-time EMT experience; competency in phlebotomy.
• Competency in Microsoft Excel; experience with sterilization procedures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient condition and provide emergency treatment per protocol.
• Perform ACLS under physician direction and supervise exam-related tasks.
• Triage, stabilize, and transport detainees to care areas as needed.
• Document findings accurately in Cerner EMR and communicate with medical staff.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to health services policies.

Skills

ACLS

CPR

Phlebotomy

Excel

Medical terminology

Education

EMT-P license (IL)

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

EMERGENCY RESPONSE TECHNICIAN- CERMAK

Job Description - EMERGENCY RESPONSE TECHNICIAN- CERMAK (00139258)

Job Description

Job Number

00139258

Job Posting

Job Posting: Aug 14, 2026, 6:27:11 PM; Closing Date: Aug 29, 2026, 4:59:00 AM. Full-time Shift Start Time: 11:00 P.M. Shift End Time: 7:00 A.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 73 Posting Salary: $36.843 - $44.377 Hourly

Organization

Health and Hospital Systems

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the SEIU 73 Organizing Committee. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

LOCATION: Cermak Health Services (Dept of Corrections), 2800 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

DEPARTMENT: Patient Care Services – Urgent Care

SHIFT: 11PM - 7AM

PAY RANGE - $36.121 - $43.507 Hourly

Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

As a first responder to emergencies in accordance with protocols, within the Cook County Department of Corrections (CCDOC)/Criminal Courts Building Complex and the Department of Community Supervision and Intervention (DCSI). Utilizes Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) skills as well as other technical skills to evaluate, triage and stabilize patients. Observes detainees for health problems, intervenes and reports clinical information to Physician, Physician Assistant (PA) or Registered Nurse (RN).

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Evaluates patient condition and provides emergency treatment per protocol.
• Provide emergency care which may include taking vital signs, immobilizing the patient, administering medications orally and intravenously, perform EKG, perform endotracheal intubation, cardiac defibrillation and venous catheter placement.
• Performs Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), as directed and supervised by physician.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• In divisional, clinic, Intake, and/or Infirmary setting, acknowledges nurse's supervisory responsibility as directed.
• In divisional, clinic, Intake, and/or Infirmary setting, performs activities as directed by the nurse.
• Documents in Cerner EMR as directed by the nurse.
• Verifies and documents patient complaints and discusses with registered nurse or physician.
• Maintains confidentiality in all patients related information.
• Assists the nurse, physician and/or physician assistant in further medical evaluation of the detainee/patient.
• Adheres to the attendance policy.
• Utilizes appropriate channel to address any issues/concerns.
• Transports sick and injured detainees to required healthcare areas by wheelchair, stair-chair, gurney, medi-car, and ambulance.
• Inspects emergency equipment and supplies daily; ensures that all equipment is clean and operational and reports problems.
• Understands and supports unit department health services policies and philosophy by reviewing new policies and procedures, utilizes policy and procedure book for clarifications.
• Demonstrates accountability through maintenance and compliance with CPR, ACLS.
• Attends mandatory certifications programs for fire, safety, infection control, and other mandatory offerings.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff and others.
• Give appropriate shift to shift reports.
• Assumes responsibility for attending twelve hours of in-service annually; accepts responsibility for professional growth by attendance at educational offerings.
• Maintains patient confidentiality; demonstrates use of ethics in practice.
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
• Complies with existing security (CCDOC, DCSI) policies and procedures.
• Presents professional appearance in attitude, dress, communication, and grooming.
• Serves as a preceptor as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent is required. (Must provide Official Transcripts at time of Interview)

Must be 21 years of age at time of application filing. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)

Must possess a valid driver’s license. (Must provide license at time of interview.)

Must possess current CPR and ACLS certifications. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)

Must be licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in the state of Illinois. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)

Must possess two (2) years full-time work experience as an emergency medical technician or providing emergency medical care, required.

Must possess competency in Phlebotomy, required.

Must possess competency in Microsoft Excel, required.

Must possess experience in sterilization procedures, required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of pharmacology, physical assessment, and basic medical terminology
• Knowledge of pharmacology, physical assessment, and basic medical terminology
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge in the principles of pharmacology
• Knowledge of medical (related) abbreviations that pertain to emergency medical procedures.
• Skill in performing EKG.
• Skill in basic physical assessment
• Ability to perform Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to understand instructions and communicate effectively with patients as well as staff.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”

• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.