Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician, Part Time Days, 32 Hours, ICU

Job Summary

Responsible for performing the clerical duties of the unit and facilitating clear communication to support the smooth functioning of the unit. Assists with specific patient activities including front desk patient management, administrative support, basic patient care needs such as bathing, feeding, vitals, activities of daily living, and transportation of patients.

UR/PCT Key Responsibilities

• Maintains physical demands of the position.
• Demonstrates ability to cope with and function under stress.
• Maintains skill certification requirements for designated units.
• Remains alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
• Absorbs and executes patient care tasks as directed by the nurse.
• Supports patients and nurses with ADL, Vital Signs, and patient Plan of Care.
• Accurately transcribes physician’s orders (when applicable).

Required Skills And Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical terminology/keyboarding skills preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or completion of one year of clinical experience in an accredited RN nursing program, or EMT-B, or equivalent (documented/verified years of acute care hospital experience as a CNA) required.
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required.
• Current NVCIT (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training) certification or within 3 months of hire required.

Experience

• Experience in clerical or receptionist position preferred.
• Previous experience in an acute care environment preferred.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Pharmacy Plan
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Vacation Time
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

The ICU Department at Day Kimball Health is seeking a Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician to join our team. This position is located in Putnam, CT and works a Day Shift, 32 hours per week.