Patient Care Tech, FT, Nights, 6P to 6A

Unity Health•Searcy, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A PCT is responsible for performing phlebotomy, EKG’s and filing. Draws blood and transports to lab; collecting and receiving in proper manner. Must demonstrate a willingness to learn. Must be able to communicate effectively with all hospital personnel and present a courteous and professional manner to the public. Must be capable of delivering appropriate care to patients from neonate through geriatric with regards to age specific considerations. Performs direct and indirect care duties under the guidance and direction of the RN and LPN. Activities of daily living; personal care needs; nutrition and fluid needs; elimination needs; and task delegated by the primary licensed nurse. Performs skilled procedures under the supervision of the licensed nurse. Indirect patient care includes, but is not limited to cleaning occupied and unoccupied patient areas and maintaining an environment that is neat and free of hazards to the patient’s wellbeing; assisting with clerical tasks as assigned. An understanding of and willingness to follow infection control and safety guidelines is mandatory. Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values and adheres to UNITY HEALTH’s policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Graduate of an approved PCT program or completed Unity Health PCA II Course.
Knowledge of basic non-technical skills.
Knowledge of phlebotomy, EKG’s and filing.
Capable of delivering appropriate care to patients from neonate through geriatric with regards to age specific considerations.
Knowledge of computers necessary.
Ability to perform duties for direct and indirect patient care.
Willingness to learn.
Ability to communicate effectively with all hospital personnel.
Ability to present a courteous and professional manner to the public.
Understanding of and willingness to follow infection control and safety guidelines is mandatory.
Must be capable of assisting with lifting and moving patients, pushing of carts, wheelchairs, and other equipment; and lifting or pushing of up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to bend over to perform certain duties.
Must be able to maneuver throughout the halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies.
Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills.
A significant amount of writing and computer entry is required.
Trips to various departments will be required.
Willingness to wear gloves, masks, gown, and goggles when exposed to infectious wastes and body fluids.

Nice To Haves

Training performing EKG’s and phlebotomy preferred or time on the job training.

Responsibilities

Performing phlebotomy, EKG’s and filing.
Drawing blood and transporting to lab; collecting and receiving in proper manner.
Delivering appropriate care to patients from neonate through geriatric with regards to age specific considerations.
Performing direct and indirect care duties under the guidance and direction of the RN and LPN.
Assisting with activities of daily living; personal care needs; nutrition and fluid needs; elimination needs; and tasks delegated by the primary licensed nurse.
Performing skilled procedures under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
Cleaning occupied and unoccupied patient areas and maintaining an environment that is neat and free of hazards to the patient’s wellbeing.
Assisting with clerical tasks as assigned.
Following infection control and safety guidelines.
Supporting the organization’s mission, vision, and values and adhering to UNITY HEALTH’s policies and procedures.