PATIENT CARE TECH

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs the function of a Certified Nurse Assistant, Phlebotomist, EKG Technician, and Unit Secretary. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills. Routinely works weekends, holidays overtime, and/or on an on‑call/call‑back status in their assigned shift. (This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.)

Qualifications

• Familiar with basic patient care standards for all age groups.
• Basic EKG skills preferred.
• Phlebotomy skills preferred.
• Computer data entry skills required, preferably Microsoft Office.
• Six (6) months or more experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct, including compliance with all policies and procedures, attendance at required training, and immediate reporting of suspected compliance issues to the Compliance Officer.

Education / Licensure

• High School Graduate/GED (Effective October 11, 2009).
• Certified Nurse Aide certification for the State of Texas, Medical Assistant certification, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Licensed Vocational Nurse, Paramedic, OR certification as a Certified Patient Care Tech (CPCT); must remain current.
• Prefer a graduate from a Patient Care Associate/Technician program.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 6 months of hire and maintain it at all times.
• Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA Healthcare Provider’s Program.
• Must have and maintain current BCLS certification, according to unit‑specific needs.