Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Phlebotomy

the 1st Ward; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwegian American Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Phlebotomy to join the nursing team on-site. The role supports nurses and physicians in patient care, including phlebotomy, vital signs, and ECG under RN supervision.

This multitask role emphasizes coordination with other departments for timely care. The candidate must have a CNA certification or EMT/Paramedic license with CPR and a High School diploma/GED.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• CNA Certification or EMT/Paramedic license with CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under RN supervision including vital signs, phlebotomy, respiratory support and ECG.
• Maintain organized documentation and proper paperwork routing for patient care in the ED.
• Move patients, supplies, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Provide consistent, high-quality patient care and courteous service to patients and families.
• Communicate effectively with health care workers, physicians and patients.

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Phlebotomy

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: PATIE004165

• Posted : August 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Humboldt Park Health
1044 N. Francisco
Chicago, IL 60622, USA

Humboldt Park Health
1044 N. Francisco
Chicago, IL 60622, USA

The Patient Care Technician assists nurses and physicians in the delivery of patient care through the coordination of patient care with other departments. A multi-skilled role that serves as an integral member of the primary patient care team. Performs clinical procedures (core and unit/practice environment-specific) to meet the physical and emotional care needs of the patient.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with patient care based on the individual needs within the scope of practice, under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. Duties include, but is not limited to delegated aspects of age-appropriate patient care, taking vital signs, phlebotomy, respiratory therapy and ECG under the direction of the RN. Performs technical and medical procedures not governed by licensure.
• Maintains an organized working system in the emergency department through accurate documentation, orderly filing, and by ensuring appropriate departments receive the paperwork documentation required for patient care delivery.
• Effectively moves patients, supplies and equipment in a safe and timely manner as directed.
• Consistently provides quality patient care and is proactive in providing excellent service to the patients.
• Communicates effectively with other health care workers, physicians, patients and their families.

Qualifications:

• High School/GED
• CNA Certification or EMT/Paramedic license along with CPR is required

Required

CNA - Cert Nurse Assist

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