Patient Care Technician- (Casual, Days)

Purpose

The PCT supports operations and patient care in clinical departments performing those tasks and functions for which they have demonstrated competency, are approved for use in the population served and assigned by the Department Manager, House Supervisor or Charge Nurse. A number of pathways exist for candidates to assume this role as the position is designed to perform tasks in a number of settings throughout the organization and support the clinical staff as needed or required. This staff member is assigned to perform functions that do not require a license and can be safely and accurately performed after appropriate education through the organization's internal onboarding process. The successful candidate supports the CVH mission and demonstrates kindness, compassion and a patient centric focus in performance of their duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• PCT certification or successful completion of CVH training program preferred
• Written and verbal competencies with knowledge of medical technology
• Experience in a support role in a patient care setting is preferred
• Preference given to applicants with clinical experience as a nursing assistant, emergency medical technician, medical assistant or related field
• Excellent communication skills

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of basic patient care as required and assigned
• Answers patient call lights and assists patients in meeting activities of daily living including eating, personal hygiene and ambulation
• Transports/escorts patients by escort, wheelchair or stretcher
• Measures basic vital signs including BP, pulse, respirations, and pulse oximetry
• Performs basic non-invasive procedures/tests such as 12 lead EKG, placing patients on telemetry, measuring intake and output and application of sequential compression devices
• Assisting physicians and nurses in the performance of procedures
• Assembles and measures orthopedic equipment such as crutches, splints and trapeze devices
• Contributes to the basic plan of care for Swing Bed Patients
• Documents performance of patient care activities in the medical record
• Answers telephones and performs errands
• Maintains, acquires, replenishes, checks and transports supplies and equipment throughout the hospital campus as needed or directed
• Assists in managing an orderly environment including room turnover
• Scans, copies or faxes documents for staff and patient care
• Participates in the orientation of new PCTs

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking
• Able to lift equipment not to exceed 50 pounds and push a cart with that equipment
• Able to provide patient care involving lifting, turning and assisting others in the care of patients