Patient Care Tech — Phlebotomy & Direct Patient Support

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering direct and indirect patient care in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, adherence to policy, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, assisting with daily activities, phlebotomy, monitoring newborns when applicable, and ensuring safety and comfort for patients across units.

Qualifications

• CNA Certification or nursing school enrollment is required.
• CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers) is required.
• Minimum 90% on annual Health and Safety Training quizzes is required.
• Unit-based Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring recognition is required.
• High school diploma required; 1 year of college or nursing education or equivalent preferred.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care activities including admission, transfer, and discharge coordination.
• Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, weight) and intake/output.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG, glucose checks, and nursing support as directed by RN.
• Assist with pre- and post-operative care and patient safety measures.
• Transport patients and equipment; maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Respond to call lights and participate in quality improvement activities and staff meetings.

Education

CNA Certification or nursing school enrollment

CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

Annual Health and Safety Training quizzes (minimum 90%)

Unit-based Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring

High school diploma

Colleague college or nursing education (1 year) / equivalent experience

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering direct and indirect patient care in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, adherence to policy, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, assisting with daily activities, phlebotomy, monitoring newborns when applicable, and ensuring safety and comfort for patients across units.