Patient Care Technician | Med Tele | Nights

About the role

Delivers quality patient care, including comfort and hygiene measures, preventative skin care, safety measures, transport, and nutritional and elimination needs.

Reports observed patient changes and needs to the registered nurse accurately and in a timely manner.

Demonstrates effective use of clinical strategies to ensure patient and associate safety.

Communicates concerns regarding hazards or errors related to patients to the healthcare team using appropriate communication techniques.

Documents vital signs, input/output, nutritional intake, personal hygiene, weights, and other patient care performed, and reports findings promptly to the registered nurse.

Maintains patient EKG records in a systematic, organized fashion and files EKG reports onto charts as needed.

Organizes inventory and replacement of telemetry supplies, ensuring inventory is maintained appropriately.

Utilizes computer technology to access and exchange data, maintain non-electronic patient records, and input daily and special charges as requested.

Provides person-centered care with sensitivity and respect.

Assists with safe and appropriate delegated patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Delivers quality patient care, including comfort and hygiene measures, preventative skin care, safety measures, transport, and nutritional and elimination needs.
• Reports observed patient changes and needs to the registered nurse accurately and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates effective use of clinical strategies to ensure patient and associate safety.
• Communicates concerns regarding hazards or errors related to patients to the healthcare team using appropriate communication techniques.
• Documents vital signs, input/output, nutritional intake, personal hygiene, weights, and other patient care performed, and reports findings promptly to the registered nurse.
• Maintains patient EKG records in a systematic, organized fashion and files EKG reports onto charts as needed.
• Organizes inventory and replacement of telemetry supplies, ensuring inventory is maintained appropriately.
• Utilizes computer technology to access and exchange data, maintain non-electronic patient records, and input daily and special charges as requested.
• Provides person-centered care with sensitivity and respect.
• Assists with safe and appropriate delegated patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.

Requirements

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Organizational [Required], Verbal Interpersonal [Required], Customer Relations [Required], Grammar/Spelling [Required], Read/Comprehend written instructions [Required], Follow verbal instructions [Required], Keyboarding (manual) [Required], Computer (visual) [Required], Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English [Required], Basic computer skills [Required]
• Education: High School Grad or Equiv [Required], Technical/Vocational School [Preferred], Field Of Study: N/A
• Work Experience: 1+ applicable PCT experience [Required], Medical office experience [Preferred], Previous nursing unit secretary [Preferred], Previous telemetry experience [Preferred]

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Organizational [Required], Verbal Interpersonal [Required], Customer Relations [Required], Grammar/Spelling [Required], Read/Comprehend written instructions [Required], Follow verbal instructions [Required], Keyboarding (manual) [Required], Computer (visual) [Required], Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English [Required], Basic computer skills [Required]
• Education: High School Grad or Equiv [Required], Technical/Vocational School [Preferred], Field Of Study: N/A
• Work Experience: 1+ applicable PCT experience [Required], Medical office experience [Preferred], Previous nursing unit secretary [Preferred], Previous telemetry experience [Preferred]

Skills

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Organizational [Required], Verbal Interpersonal [Required], Customer Relations [Required], Grammar/Spelling [Required], Read/Comprehend written instructions [Required], Follow verbal instructions [Required], Keyboarding (manual) [Required], Computer (visual) [Required], Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English [Required], Basic computer skills [Required]
• Education: High School Grad or Equiv [Required], Technical/Vocational School [Preferred], Field Of Study: N/A
• Work Experience: 1+ applicable PCT experience [Required], Medical office experience [Preferred], Previous nursing unit secretary [Preferred], Previous telemetry experience [Preferred]

Benefits

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Night

Pay

Pay Range: $15.87 - $25.38

Additional Information

N/A

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Preferred]
• Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Preferred]
• Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Preferred]
• Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) [Preferred]
• Certified Health Unit Coordinator (CHUC) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

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Background Screening Requirement

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/. This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.