Patient Support Tech Pre Admission Testing

Part-time position at Trinity Health Oakland Campus, Pre Admission Testing department.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• DAILYPAY benefits effective day one (no waiting periods)
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, short and long-term disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition reimbursement

Purpose

The Patient Support Technician functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under supervision of the Registered Nurse. Utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care, performs direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes.

Schedule

• Shift: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Status: Part-time
• Every other weekend and 3 holidays per year required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months direct patient care experience within past 5 years
• Completion of one Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in a nursing educational program
• Completion of a "Patient Care Technician" program that requires successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility

Responsibilities

• Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, including but not limited to:
  • Venipuncture
  • 12 lead EKG
  • Basic blood glucose collection and monitoring
  • Respiratory care (e.g., cough and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup, hand-held nebulizer)
  • Dressing changes
  • Collection of vital signs
  • Recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting
  • Emptying and measuring drainage equipment
• Performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate to the patient's condition under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse
• Performs basic nutritional support to patients such as bed setup, assistance with feeding, and collection and documentation of intake and calorie count as appropriate
• Performs other various duties as assigned and needed, which may vary depending upon the unit, patient type, and need, number and complexity of treatment provided
• Additional duties may include nonclinical tasks consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team