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Emergency Services Tech- Adult ED-Registry

Advocate Health · Park Ridge, IL

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you noticed something concerning about a patient that wasn't in your direct scope to treat. What did you do?

whether the candidate reports observations to the RN promptly instead of overstepping or ignoring it

Describe a time you had to juggle several tasks at once during a busy shift. How did you decide what came first?

prioritization skill in a fast-moving ED environment

Tell me about a time a physician or nurse gave you an instruction that didn't seem right to you. What did you do?

whether they speak up appropriately while still respecting the chain of communication

Tell me about a time equipment malfunctioned on you mid-task. What did you do in the moment?

troubleshooting instinct and knowing when to escalate to repair versus work around it

Tell me about a time you had to deliver information to a patient's family member during a stressful moment in the ED. How did you handle it?

communication skill and composure with distressed family members

Technical

What's your experience placing patients on cardiac and vital sign monitors, and what do you do when the readings don't look right?

hands-on familiarity with monitoring equipment and whether they escalate abnormal readings instead of assuming equipment error

How comfortable are you with wound care, and can you describe a wound care task you've done recently?

actual hands-on skill level versus what's on paper for the certification

If your license allows IV starts, tell me about your experience with them. If not, how do you handle situations where an IV is needed right away?

honesty about scope of practice and whether they know the boundary of their own license

How do you enter and process patient charges in the electronic health record, and what do you do if you're not sure a charge was entered correctly?

comfort with EHR documentation and attention to detail on billing accuracy

Situational

Walk me through how you'd handle drawing blood on a combative or very anxious patient in a busy ED bay.

whether the candidate has a calm, practical approach to phlebotomy under stress rather than just technical steps

A patient needs to be transported to CT but their monitor is alarming intermittently on the way there. What do you do?

judgment about patient safety versus schedule pressure and knowing when to stop and get help

You're asked to transport a 250-pound patient who needs a sliding transfer, and you only have one other person available. Walk me through how you'd do that safely.

knowledge of safe lifting technique and willingness to get proper help rather than risk injury

How would you adjust your approach caring for a frightened toddler compared to an elderly patient with dementia?

understanding of age-specific care principles across the lifespan

This is a registry position with a minimum of 24 hours every six weeks and shifts that can shift last minute. How do you make that kind of schedule work for you?

realistic commitment and flexibility for a PRN schedule

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The full job description

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Department: 36102 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Emergency Department Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN 20hrs per pay period Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80 Registry: Requires 24 hours per 6 week schedule Adult ED Major Responsibilities: • Assists the physicians and registered nurses in providing technical care of the patients by performing phlebotomy, transporting patients to other departments, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, performs wound care and obtains lab specimens. May perform IV starts if allowed by state regulations. • Documents information/procedures and promptly communicates observations, concerns and needs of the patient to the registered nurse. • Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedure through the Electronic Health record (EHR). • Collaborates with physicians to support communications required to facilitate patient care. Coordinates and facilitates all forms of communications (phone, verbal, paging, electronic, fax, and EMS system). • Maintains a clean and safe working environment, following department safety policies and standard precautions. • Monitors equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges repair of major malfunctions. • Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the TM practices., or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Intravenous license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices, or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Intermediate license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices, or • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic license issued through national registry or by the state in which the TM practices., or • Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, and • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required. Education Required: • High School Graduate. Experience Required: • Typically requires 1 year experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Basic computer skills and ability to work with Electronic Health Record (EHR). • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families. • Must maintain skill and recertification as required by regulation and organization. • Ability to effectively manage time and priorities. • High level of attention to detail. • Certification Addendum • Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others). Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift. • Must be able to: • Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. • Lift up to 20 lbs over the head. • Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. • Must be able to: • Push/pull with 30 lbs of force. • Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present. • Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines. • Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, and blood and body fluids. • Will be required to wear gloves, goggles, and gowns on an as-needed basis. • Must have functional sight and hearing. • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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