Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus · Topeka, KS · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Overview
Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Medical Surgical Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Topeka, KS.
Why Join Us?
- Thrives in a People-First Environment and Makes Healthcare Better
- Empowers team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources for wellness, education, and financial well-being
- Prioritizes team's well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture
- Uses advanced technology to support team and enhance patient care
- Offers a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, with 378 licensed beds and strong community support
Responsibilities
- Collaborates with licensed nurses to support the safe and compassionate delivery of patient care
- Performs delegated tasks under the supervision of a licensed nurse
- Demonstrates advanced skills in providing care to age-specific patient populations
- Records data in accordance with policy
- Reports patient observations and concerns
- Assists with clinical and non-clinical duties
- Obtains vital signs
- Aids in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Collects lab specimens
- Supports patient monitoring
- Completes advanced unit-based competencies and skill validations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of approved CNA/PCT certification program or enrollment in an approved certification program with less than one semester left
- 6 months of previous experience in a specialty tech position (for non-emergency room positions)
- Emergency Room departments: EMT Basic certification may substitute for CNA/PCT certification; paramedic license may fulfill certification requirements
- Maintain active certification in the State of Kansas
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care