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Immediate Care Technician - Lincoln Square Full-time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare · Chicago, Illinois, US

Job Description The Immediate Care Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Comp...

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Job Description The Immediate Care Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, 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 Immediate Care Technician supports physicians (MD) and advance practice providers (APP) by facilitating patient flow, assisting with various patient care activities, and performing related administrative functions. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow; maintaining neat, clean and safe patient care areas; promoting patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner; safeguarding patient confidentiality. Responsibilities: Description - Assures efficient patient flow through the site: - Escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient with 2 identifiers and prepares patient for examination. - Obtains accurate vital signs, per organization standards. - Documents reason for visit and updates/confirms, allergies, smoking history and pharmacy information. - Promptly informs the MD/APP of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms...