Patient Care Technician Post Surgical

About the role

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth means being part of a community dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Christ. You'll be valued for your unique experiences and contribute to a team committed to the whole person's health and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
• Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.
• Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.
• Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.
• Assists in identifying patient needs.

Requirements

• High School Grad or Equiv
• 1+ applicable PCT experience
• Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
• Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)
• Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT)

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)

Skills

Desire to learn and upgrade skills continuously.

Benefits

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

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

Schedule

Full time
Shift: Day
Schedule: 36 hours/week; Days 6:45am - 7:15pm, w/rotating weekends and holidays

Pay

$17.17 - $27.46