Certified Patient Care Technician

About the role

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. Assists 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. Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse. Assists in identifying patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture
• Function appropriately in clinical emergencies
• Participate in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and support quality standards and initiatives
• Follow prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrate appropriate use of protective equipment, perform handwashing according to policy, and enforce safety regulations
• Exhibit a desire to learn and upgrade skills continuously
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff
• Assist in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse
• Document and report all procedures in accordance with department policy
• Participate in obtaining a nursing history and report abnormalities to the registered nurse
• Assist in identifying patient needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) (Required)
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) (Required) OR Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) (Required) OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) (Required)

Qualifications

• 1+ applicable PCT experience (Preferred)
• Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience (Preferred)

Pay

$16.02 - $25.63

Schedule

Full time, Day shift

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits