ER Technician — Fast-Paced Patient Care

Northwestern Medicine; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off and Holidays

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Emergency Department Technician NWR to support fast-paced ED operations in Illinois. You will provide patient care, monitor patients, and assist physicians and nurses in a defined scope of practice, ensuring safety and effective communication with the care team.

The role emphasizes multitasking, patient education, and collaboration with clinicians, under ongoing training and development, with a strong commitment to equity and excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• CNA, EMT-B/P license, or CMA with 5+ years of experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients across all age groups and provide age-appropriate care.
• Identify and document patient problems with physicians and staff.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Transport patients safely using appropriate devices.
• Educate patients and families using approved materials.
• Access hospital/ED information systems to support care delivery.
• Engage in mandatory trainings, Skill Days, and education opportunities.
• Support bedside reporting and hourly rounding; adapt to role changes.

Education

CNA certificate

EMT-B/P license

CMA with 5+ years experience

High School Diploma or GED

BCLS

ACLS certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Emergency Department Technician NWR to support fast-paced ED operations in Illinois. You will provide patient care, monitor patients, and assist physicians and nurses in a defined scope of practice, ensuring safety and effective communication with the care team.

The role emphasizes multitasking, patient education, and collaboration with clinicians, under ongoing training and development, with a strong commitment to equity and excellent patient care.