Patient Care Technician -- Device Clinic
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: device (holter, event, Zio) application, device mail outs, and reception/clerical tasks. Patient Care Technicians have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms. Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed. Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care. Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members. Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.
Requirements
- High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
- Minimum of six months’ experience preferred.
- Experience in a clinic setting preferred.
- Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
- If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED)
- Six months’ experience
- Experience in a clinic setting
- Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Responsibilities
- Device (holter, event, Zio) application
- Device mail outs
- Reception/clerical tasks
- Utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics
- Prepare patient treatment areas for use
- Prepare and clean medical equipment
- Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy
- Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms
- Monitor stock levels of medical inventory and restock or reorder as needed
- Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling with no evenings, weekends, or holidays
- Leadership focused on employee growth and helping you find your passion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
