Patient Care Tech PCT

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician performs various patient care duties for the department under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse or other medical staff. Assists in the delivery of patient care and meeting the needs of the family or significant other and follows the plan of care, which includes the age and/or development stage of the patient. Opportunities are available in Float Pool, Med Surg, Ortho Neuro, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Mother/Baby, and Med/Surg Oncology.

Essential Functions

• Collects and records patient data, reporting information and observations to the nurse in a timely fashion.
• Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight; records nutritional intake and output; and performs blood glucose monitoring via fingerstick blood samples, test strips and portable meters.
• Performs routine urinary catheter care.
• Collects and transports specimens, including, but not limited to, urine, stool and sputum, as requested.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (personal hygiene, dressing, eating, maintaining continence, and turning/transferring/ambulation) and changes linen as appropriate to the setting.
• Answers and responds to patient call lights and requests in a timely manner.
• May be assigned as a sitter for patients needing constant observation.
• Cleans patient bedside units and nursing areas not included in general housekeeping; ensures neatness and cleanliness of patient rooms and maintains patient care items.
• Cleans equipment properly and distributes it based on patient needs.
• Maintains unit equipment in good working order and notifies the appropriate parties promptly when equipment requires service or repairs.
• Maintains inventory, requisitions, and stocks work‑area supplies and equipment.
• Assists with completing and maintaining unit and patient records, files and forms associated with patient admission, transfer, discharge, procedures and patient care.
• Answers telephone, accesses and records patient data into the computerized patient record in accordance with BSWH standards.
• Assists with non‑medical patient care support duties, such as making coffee, transporting patients, and distributing ice, water and blankets.
• Attends in‑services, unit meetings and conferences.
• Complies with applicable policies, procedures and safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient‑care environment.
• Observes proper body mechanics while performing work‑area duties and patient care.

Key Success Factors

• Good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Professional, positive demeanor and ability to work cooperatively with patients, families, and employees at all levels.

Qualifications

• Education: H.S. Diploma/GED equivalent.
• Experience: Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/License: Basic Life Support (BLS) – required either at hire or within 30 days of hire/transfer.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.
• Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Schedule

Full‑time night shift (7 p.m. – 7 a.m.).