Certified Patient Care Technician
Job Description
Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.
Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.
Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.
Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Affords assistance in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.
Assists in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.
Affords assistance in identifying patient needs.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
N/A
Education
High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
Field Of Study N/A
Work Experience
1+ applicable PCT experience [Preferred]
Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience [Preferred]
Additional Information
N/A
Licenses And Certifications
- Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required]
- OR Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required]
- Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required]
Physical Requirements
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Pay Range
$15.87 - $25.38
Background Screening Requirement
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Additional Information
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.