Patient Care Tech- Periop (PT- 0.5 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital•Bozeman, MT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Patient Care Tech – Clinic is imperative to increasing efficiency, productivity, as well as patient and team satisfaction. Performs uncomplicated tasks under direct supervision of a work area nurse, including but not limited to patient care; transporting patients within the facility; ordering medical supplies and medications; assisting nurses with scheduling appointments, processing referrals, and pre-visit planning. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

Requirements

Required High School Diploma or Equivalent
American Heart Association BLS
Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
Ability to work varied shifts
Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.)
Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.)
Carry equipment/supplies.
Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)
Extended Hours: The role may involve working for extended periods, requiring sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily.
Flexible Schedule: The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
On-Call Availability: On-call work may be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly.
Effective Communication: Proficient in effective communication, both in person and through various technologies.
Handling Challenging Situations: The role may involve dealing with upset individuals, requiring the ability to de-escalate situations and work effectively with frustrated patients or families.
Repetitive Tasks: Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.
Tasks Include Potential Exposure: Job tasks may involve exposure to: Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.
Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed
Various chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances.
Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses
Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Courses in Medical Terminology
Nurse Aid training or non-certified graduate of medical assistant program
EMT, CNA, or health care related certifications
Experience working with protected health information and electronic health records
Two years of medical/clinical office experience

Responsibilities

Collects patient information.
Obtains and records vital signs and reports findings to provider or RN and records appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
Performs chart review/pre-visit planning prior to clinic visit.
Produces and manages schedule tracking and referral reports
Produce and mail annual appointment paperwork; order labs for pre-visit planning according to guidelines or protocols; Schedule patient appointments, referrals, procedures and tests.
Order drugs, medical supplies and vaccines for clinic; process all vaccines orders (stock & VFC as needed); assist with vendor requests/coupons/samples as needed; Coordinate prescription assistance program and pre and prior authorizations for clinic patients
Perform other tasks as appropriate

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