Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator (PCT/HUC) - PACU
About The Position
The Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator (PCT/HUC) collaborates with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients. They are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and recover their health. Sometimes, the PCT may also be referred to as a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (PCT/HUC). Like HUC, they assist with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients receive the best care possible. The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Successful completion of one of the following: Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training
- Successful completion of one of the following: Direct patient care experience within the last five years, performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities (e.g., bathing, turning/positioning, toileting)
- Successful completion of one of the following: Currently enrolled in nursing school and have completed at least one clinical rotation
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, even with interruptions, while maintaining a positive demeanor
- Proficiency in computer usage
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective communication and listening skills
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital work experience
Responsibilities
- Check vital signs, such as temperature, heartbeat, and breathing
- Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat
- Collect samples like urine
- Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Weigh patients
- Assist with paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
