Patient Care Technician, Full-Time, Days, 6a - 6:30p, Med/Surg, Washington Township

About the Role

With a commitment to patient and family centered care, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction and supervision of the licensed clinical team members. This role values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physiological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. The PCT may collaborate with all clinical departments (including telehealth) and designated staff at the patient's site to facilitate and assist with telehealth encounters between patients and providers.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family, and designated care partners.
• Performs validated and designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under the direction of licensed clinical team members.
• Actively promotes and maintains a safe patient care environment.
• Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds as assigned, anticipates patient needs, and responds to patient call lights or pages promptly.
• May be assigned the role of a virtual safety associate based on campus needs.
• May facilitate, under the direction of the distant provider, a clinical exam including the utilization of required peripheral devices (e.g., electronic stethoscope), technology (e.g., video conferencing equipment), and software (e.g., Epic, Vidyo) to ensure a comprehensive virtual care encounter.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs, and role in the interprofessional team.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within the scope of the role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene necessary for quality of life, and ability to apply this knowledge to patients daily.
• Understanding of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment and the ability to mitigate these risks.
• Ability to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family, and/or designated care partner in care.
• Knowledge of diverse backgrounds and ability to connect effectively with respect.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques to transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and needs accurately.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire.
• LVHN colleagues must successfully complete LVHN's inexperienced technical partner course.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs (e.g., push/pull patients on a bed or stretcher requiring 29 lbs. push force, lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight).
• Frequent to continuous standing/walking (patient transporters may walk 8-10 miles per shift).
• May be required to perform activities specific to the role, including kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR.

Pay

Salary range: $18.66 to $26.60 per hour. The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.

Schedule

Workday Day shift (United States of America).

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including:

• Medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance and discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
• Voluntary benefits providing access to group rates on insurance and discounts.

All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (e.g., per diem, adjunct faculty, Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.