PCT - Patient Care Tech - Surgical Services
About The Position
The Patient Care Tech works in Same Day Services, primarily supporting patients in the pre- and post-operative phases of care. The role prepares patients for surgery and assists with post-operative care, performing basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision. The tech also assists operating room staff, including anesthesia providers, with certain technical aspects of patient care and completes other duties as assigned. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 0445 to 1315, with no weekends and no call. Benefits are available for eligible positions and include generous paid time off, paid parental leave, an Associate Assistance Program, and a Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Requirements
- BLS Provider certification obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
- High school diploma equivalency or one year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
Nice To Haves
- Previous patient care experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
- Assist operating room staff, including anesthesia providers, with certain technical aspects of patient care.
- Monitor and control the operating room environment.
- Clean and disinfect the surgical suite and/or reusable equipment and supplies; dispose of soiled linen and solid waste; clean the anesthetizing location; and care for ancillary anesthesia equipment.
- Transport patients, equipment, instruments, specimens, and supplies.
- Lift and position patients according to practice standards and maintain awareness of patient and personal safety.
- Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
- Report findings or changes in patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff and document necessary records.
- Perform technical patient care duties as directed by the staff nurse, such as oxygen setup, pulse oximetry setup, specimen collection, and EKGs.
- Obtain and record vital signs, weight, and intake and output.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off for eligible positions.
- Paid parental leave for eligible positions.
- Associate Assistance Program for eligible positions.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
