PCT Med/Surg W5/M5 FT Days

LCMC Health • New Orleans, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Patient Care Tech who is on the front line of care, anticipating and answering the needs of patients. The position requires a healthcare warrior who brings kindness, respect, and empathy to patient care, handling various needs from call lights to personal care. LCMC Health is described as a community focused on bringing the best possible care to Louisiana and beyond, emphasizing authenticity, originality, equity, and inclusion. Touro, part of LCMC Health, is a regionally recognized medical excellence institution in New Orleans for 165 years. The company values compassionate, driven, and dedicated individuals who believe in providing extraordinary health, care, and education to the community.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, appropriate work experience.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• 1 year of Clinical Care experience.

Nice To Haves

• CNA or PCT experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collection of data used for assessment of patients' conditions as assigned, including vital signs, weights, blood glucose monitoring, I&O, etc.
• Assist with the patient hygiene, nutrition and personal care needs and patient-related tasks.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Maintain a clean environment in patient care area.
• Complete patient rounding in accordance with patient assignments and schedule to drive patient satisfaction and safety.
• Enhance knowledge and seek opportunities for career development.
• Embrace teamwork and direction in performance of duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees