Patient Care Tech

Ashtabula County Medical Center•Ashtabula, OH

48d

About The Position

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Patient Care Technician is responsible for processing physician orders and records appropriate information. Assists the Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse in the provision of patient care. Maintains communications within and between the Emergency Department and other departments.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Interpersonal skills, clerical, numerical, and manual dexterity, color vision and near visual acuity
Proper lifting techniques and body mechanics
Ability to read, write, and do math as generally demonstrated by a High School diploma or GED
Basic Life Support (BLS) required - will obtain during hospital orientation

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, or Nursing Assistant preferred.
Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in all aspects of patient care and non-patient care within their scope of practice.
Provides patient care as assigned by physician or nurse: may include but not limited to measuring vital signs, specimen collection, administering blood glucose testing, transporting, measuring I&O's and electronic documentation.
Will provide direct observation and monitoring of patients deemed to be at risk to self or others.
Performs clerical functions including maintaining chart order, answering telephones, and entering of items/orders in EPIC - ASAP.
Coordinates patient flow of information in collaboration with the physician and Caregivers to maintain communication between departments.
Assists with all aspects of patient care and non-patient care (i.e. cleanliness of unit, ordering of supplies) within their scope of practice as assigned by RN and documents in EPIC - ASAP as appropriate.
Assists with the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
Complies with all safety and infection control standards related to position.
Utilizes appropriate interpersonal communication which facilitates productive relationships with other team members.
Completes required competencies.
Clarifies any unclear communication between members of the healthcare team.
Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

Competitive salary package
Extensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (Benefits on Day 1!)
Accident & critical illness insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Maternity Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Employee Wellness Plan that pays you for being healthy
403(b) and Roth Retirement Plan with company matching
We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program which allows you to receive forgiveness of the remaining balance of your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer