Patient Care Technician - Perinatal Mother/Baby

Summary of Job Duties

This posting will fill multiple positions. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit based team who supports the on-going delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties which do not require a license, professional judgment or intervention. The PCT must pass the required competencies. The PCT works within the Department of Nursing standards. The PCT adheres to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures and standards and guest care guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED.
  • Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.
    • Successful completion of patient care technician course is required within 3 months of employment.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an ambulatory care setting. Healthcare/Patient Care experience. CPR Certified/Licensed.

Additional Information

• Responsibilities:
  • Meet and greet all persons to the maternal-infant division.
  • Maintain security of unit through A-phone system.
  • Direct and escort visitors to appropriate areas.
  • Complete check in procedure for all visitors to the maternal-infant division.
  • Perform visitor and sibling screens as needed.
  • Facilitate entry of visitors to all secured areas.
  • Make parent/visitor badges as needed.
  • Answer and transfer phone calls.
  • Admit out-patient babies for procedures and out-patient maternal consults.
  • Relieve co-workers for breaks and lunch.
  • Assist co-worker with high volume at patient services desk.
  • Complete admission process to include assembling chart for NICU inpatient and assist with F5 MBU maternal and infant patients.
  • Breakdown patient charts after discharge.
  • Copy patient chart for infant transfer to ACH and other units.
  • Check tube station every 15 minutes and deliver contents to appropriate personnel.
  • Refill paper in copiers, printers, and fax machines.
  • Print and restock patient labels in notebook at patient services desk.
  • Perform hearing screens and complete all associated paperwork.
  • Print bed control report.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Stand: Frequently
  • Sit: Occasionally
  • Walk: Frequently
  • Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally
  • Lift and carry weight: 100+ lbs.
  • Push and pull weight: 100+ lbs.
  • Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
  • Talk: Frequently
  • Hear: Continuously
  • Taste or smell: Occasionally
  • Read, concentrate, and think analytically: Continuously
• Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
• Noise Level: Moderate
• Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

• Resume

Optional Documents

• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

• Frequent Physical Activity
• Occasional Physical Activity

Benefits Eligible

Yes