Patient Care Tech: Phlebotomy & Direct Patient Care

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in providing direct and indirect patient care across units at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. The role emphasizes compassionate, safe patient handling, vital signs, phlebotomy, and routine bedside care.

Responsibilities include assisting with admissions, discharges, and rounds, while maintaining a clean, safe environment and supporting the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• CNA Certification or enrollment in nursing program with basic clinical rotations.
• CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers) certification.
• Health and Safety training acceptable with high score on annual quizzes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge processes.
• Perform direct patient care tasks including vital signs, glucose checks, phlebotomy and newborn care as directed.
• Maintain safe, clean environments and restock supplies for efficient unit operations.
• Respond to patient calls and support RN in procedures and patient mobility.

Skills

Phlebotomy

CPR

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma

One year of college or nursing education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in providing direct and indirect patient care across units at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. The role emphasizes compassionate, safe patient handling, vital signs, phlebotomy, and routine bedside care.

Responsibilities include assisting with admissions, discharges, and rounds, while maintaining a clean, safe environment and supporting the care team to optimize patient outcomes.