Patient Care Technician (PCT)
WellNow Urgent Care · Hamburg, NY · 3 days ago
Healthcare$19/hrFull-time
Patient Care
- Responsible for taking patient history and obtaining vital signs
- Perform necessary phlebotomy for collection of laboratory samples, if certified
- Accurately complete corresponding paperwork/computer work for lab tests ordered on blood, urine, tissue and culture samples
- Perform point of care testing such as: strep, mono, glucose, influenza, Urine pregnancy, Urinalysis, blood glucose levels
- Schedule and coordinate necessary records for ancillary care for patients
- Absorb and assist providers with exams and testing (pelvic exams, eye irrigations and ear irrigations, I & D’s and splinting/ ortho-glass preparation, EKG)
- Maintain confidentiality with all patient information (HIPAA)
- Ensures equipment is in working order
- Logs laboratory procedures when completed, processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed
- Maintains examination rooms and stocks necessary medical supplies
- Performs duties to ensure good patient flow
- Accompanies the provider to the bedside
- Performs tasks to improve provider efficiency during the course of a shift
- Documents the provider dictated patient history including history of present illness, review of systems, past medical and surgical history, family and social histories, medications and allergies
- Documents patient medical history, physical examination findings, and procedures as performed by the provider
Reception
- Explain to patients what insurances that are accepted and those that are out of network
- Knowledgeable of all pricing
- Greet patients and complete registration process in a timely manner
- Answer and appropriately triage phone calls
- Collections patient responsibility for visits
- Prints, scans, and faxes reports
- Cleans the clinic before, during, and after shift
Occupational Medicine
- Ensures accurate completion and timely scanning of all required Occupational Medicine documentation into the EMR system, maintaining compliance with company protocols and regulatory standards
- Completes the following Occupational Medicine testing:
- Urine Drug Screens
- Breath Alcohol Testing
- Hair Collection Drug Screens
- DOT & Non-DOT Physicals
- Vision and Audio Testing
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Audiograms
Requirements
- 6+ months of experience as a Patient Care Technician or similar role; OR equivalent education/certification in a related healthcare specialty
- Preferred experience in Urgent Care, Occupational Medicine, and/or Phlebotomy
- Ability to identify equipment problems and correcting or notifying team leader
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, patients, and families
- Computer knowledge and skills, must be able to register patients on the computer in a timely manner; including use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Complete and maintain CPR certification
- Excellent listening and note-taking skills
- Strong communication skills, including grammatical, spelling and verbal
- Detail-oriented with proven ability to work effectively under conditions requiring accuracy
- Capable of working well on a team
- Friendly and customer service oriented
- Manage high call and patient volume
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Preferred License Or Certification
- EMT Basic certification
- Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcare Association
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Technologists
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Parental leave
- Continuing education opportunities
- Medical benefits, including vision coverage, FSA/HSA options, and prescription drug coverage
- 401(k) plan with a company match for your future financial security
- Free urgent care visits for you and your eligible dependents
- Scrubs provided to ensure a professional and comfortable work environment
- Opportunities for promotional growth as we continue to expand our presence
- Monthly bonus based on your performance and productivity