Patient Care Technician-Cardiology Clinic

UVA Health System • Culpeper, VA

315d

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) will provide clinical support, assist with administrative tasks, and provide general support under direct supervision of a licensed practitioner or designee in accordance with UVA Health's policies and procedures and competency to promote patient health and wellness. This position requires providing service to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. The role requires a commitment to UVA Health's ASPIRE values: Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity, ensuring high standards of patient care and collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• Must meet ONE of the following required criteria to meet eligibility: EMT Certification, Certified to practice as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Virginia (CNA), Passage of a nationally recognized and accredited PCT Certification exam, Graduate of an accredited nursing program, Minimum of 2 years experience as a Medical Office Assistant.
• AHA Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Ability to successfully complete general and department role based specific skills validation and competency testing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for practicing safely within the defined standards of practice.
• Records and relays patient information, symptoms, and concerns to the patient's medical provider or registered nurse for further triage assessment and to determine a plan of care.
• Completes standardized rooming and performs clinical intake, health data collection, and documentation.
• Performs tasks according to scope of practice, documented competencies, and as directed by a licensed practitioner or nurse.
• Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the patient's medical provider.
• Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, medical providers and all levels of healthcare.
• Conveys information accurately to physicians, nurses, and other team members, as well as listen and respond to the needs and concerns of patients and colleagues.
• Utilizes appropriate communication tools.
• Documents patient information in EHR.
• Willing to share responsibilities, support their teammates, and work together to achieve common goals.
• Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.
• Uses knowledge and skills acquired through training and validation through competency testing.
• Provides clinical support under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.
• Documents and captures charges for clinical support services rendered within the patient visit.
• Performs administrative support responsibilities as directed by a Clinic Leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED