• Job Description

  Req#: 172676

  Company Description

  At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

  Job Description

  The Emergency Department Technician NWR position reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

  The Paramedic provides patient care within a defined scope of practice that includes patient care, monitoring and observation, specified treatments and procedures; provision of environmental and personal safety and effective communication.

  Responsibilities:

  • This position demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to assess patients in all age groups; demonstrates ability to provide patient care based on each patient’s age appropriate needs.
  • Identifies, reports, provides care and documents patient problems in collaboration with the physicians, nurses, and the technical staff.
  • This position demonstrates effective communication skills with patients, their families, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
  • This position demonstrates the ability to transport patients safely, utilizing transport devices appropriately.
  • This position assists the Emergency physicians, nurses, and technical staff in providing appropriate patient education both including the use of appropriate educational materials.
  • This position demonstrates the ability to access the hospital and Emergency Department information systems in order to provide efficient service to physicians, nurses, and technologists.
  • Maintains personal growth and development through mandatory in-services, meetings. Skill’s Days, and other educational opportunities
  • Supports the organizational requirement of Bedside Reporting and Hourly Rounding.
  • The position demonstrates flexibility regarding changes in role responsibilities during possible interruptions in the Emergency setting. Demonstrates the ability to multitask efficiently and continue to provide high quality service to patients, including and especially during high volume times.
  • Maintains a current certification or licensure by meeting specific state requirements
  • Performs other duties as assigned

  Qualifications

  Required:

  • CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certificate or current EMT-B/P license or CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) with 5+ years of experience
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • BCLS
  • Physical Demands: Requirement :
    • Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

  Preferred:

  • ACLS certification

  Additional Information

  Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

  If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

  Benefits

  We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

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