Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician, Per Diem, All Shifts, Emergency Department

Job Summary

Responsible for performing the clerical duties of the unit and facilitating clear communication to support the smooth functioning of the unit.

A UR/PCT will be under the direction of the nurse to assist with specific patient activities including performing 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.
• Assists the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
• Assists the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.
• Completes all necessary forms, requisitions, communications, and special projects as assigned.
• Accurately transcribes physician’s orders (when applicable).
• Assists patients and nurses as necessary with ADL, Vital Signs, and patient Plan of Care.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical terminology/keyboarding skills preferred.
• Upon hire, a current CNA certification, or completion of one year of clinical experience in an accredited RN nursing program, or EMT-B, or equivalent (i.e., 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.
• Must work a minimum of 32 hours.

Experience

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

Benefits

• Sick Time
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Clinical Ladder Program (only for eligible positions)
• Shift Differential Pay for Performance