Patient Care Tech PT Night ED Observation Jefferson Einstein

Thomas Jefferson University•Philadelphia, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

With a commitment to patient and family centered care, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction and supervision of the licensed clinical team members in ways that value the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physiological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. Essential Functions Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values. Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners. Performs designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under direction of licensed clinical team members. Actively promotes and maintains a safe patient care environment. May be assigned the role of a virtual safety associate as needed based on campus needs Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment available to ensure efficient unit operations. Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required): Healthcare Knowledge – Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs and their role in interprofessional team. Execution of Delegated Tasks – Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role. Daily Living Assistance – Knowledge of personal care and hygiene necessary for quality of life, and ability to apply this knowledge to patients in need on a daily basis. Patient Safety – Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks. Patient-and Family-Centered Practice- Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care. Cultural Awareness- Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively. Effective Communication- Understanding effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Schedule Commitment Schedules are available 6 weeks in advance. The work schedule commitment for this position requires the following: These are 12-hour shifts Must be able to work every third(3rd) weekend Holiday commitment consists of 1 holiday per season

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
American Heart Association BLS Certification
Healthcare Knowledge – Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs and their role in interprofessional team.
Execution of Delegated Tasks – Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
Daily Living Assistance – Knowledge of personal care and hygiene necessary for quality of life, and ability to apply this knowledge to patients in need on a daily basis.
Patient Safety – Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks.
Patient-and Family-Centered Practice- Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care.
Cultural Awareness- Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
Effective Communication- Understanding effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care.

Nice To Haves

PCT training program completion within 24 months of hire
Nursing Student with one semester clinical completed
Previous nursing assistant or healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
Performs designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under direction of licensed clinical team members.
Actively promotes and maintains a safe patient care environment.
May be assigned the role of a virtual safety associate as needed based on campus needs
Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment available to ensure efficient unit operations.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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