UHC Patient Care Tech-6 South Oncology
About The Position
The Patient Care Tech performs nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care activities under the supervision of a registered professional nurse. The position provides high-quality patient care in coordination with licensed medical staff, addressing patients’ personal, physical, and comfort needs. The role is based at United Hospital Center in the 6 South Oncology department and is scheduled for 36 hours per week on the day shift. The work includes observing and reporting changes in patients’ conditions, assisting with routine care and unit operations, recording vital signs and intake and output, and helping maintain a clean and safe environment. The position also involves working closely with others and may require protracted or irregular hours and exposure to clinical hazards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
- Effectively communicate with staff and patients.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of heavy/hard work, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking.
Nice To Haves
- Prior patient care experience.
Responsibilities
- Observe patients and immediately report concerns or changes in condition to a registered nurse.
- Assist the Registered Nurse with admissions, transfers, discharges, and general patient care duties.
- Record vital signs and oral intake and output; assist with personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
- Assist with specimen collection and other activities for assigned patients.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment to help prevent or control infections and ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and employees.
- Report necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel in a timely manner according to departmental procedure.
- Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to departmental procedure.
- Communicate nutrition concerns, such as poor appetite or lack of understanding of diet changes, to the RN.
- Assist the department with administrative tasks that support operations.
- Answer patient call bells and relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Complete annual education required for specialty accreditation, when applicable, through designated learning or competency activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
