About this role
Title: Patient care Tech (PCT)
Department: Cath Lab
Hours: Mon-Fri, 7:30a-4p
Status: Full Time
Facility: AMC
Position Summary:
The Patient Care Technician is a multi-skilled individual able to perform technical and clinical tasks/procedures under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and delegated in accordance with the Ohio Board of Nursing. Identities abnormal findings based on established standards and guidelines and reports those findings to the Registered Nurse.
Essential Duties & Functions:
Performs and documents patient care skills completely and efficiently as delegated by the nurse upon verification of PCT competence.
Makes appropriate notifications regarding abnormal findings.
Promptly answers calls, responds to the needs of patients, visitors and/or family members and relays information/requests to appropriate person(s).
Appropriately secures and handles supplies/medications/lab specimens transported into/within unit.
Assists with the location and management of patient property.
Position Summary:
Education:
Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Current HealthCare Provider or Professional Rescuer BLS/Responder certification required prior to completion of orientation.
Experience:
Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience
Preferred experience: Medical terminology.
Other experience requirements:
Successful completion of one of the following:
Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities ie. Bathing, turning/positioning, toileting
Currently enrolled in nursing school and completion of at least one clinical rotation.
Special Consideration: If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon completion of successful skills validation. This is in lieu of the above requirements.
Knowledge/Skills:
Must be able to multitask with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor
Basic computer knowledge
Strong organization skills
Effective interpersonal and communication skills