PATIENT CARE TECH

UHS•Washington, DC

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health opened its doors this April as the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 25 years! Integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8, this enhanced integrated delivery system will establish a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. Our advanced hospital will offer 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, onsite 550-car parking garage, and a helipad for emergency transport. We are seeking a qualified Patient Care Technican - Medical Surgical/Tele (Full-Time). Our ideal candidate, who plays a pivotal role in providing quality care to patients, will be responsible for performing tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living. The Patient Care Technician will work closely with the Registered Nurse or nursing team to ensure that all patient needs are met effectively and efficiently. By collaborating with the healthcare professionals, our candidate will develop a comprehensive understanding of patient care protocols and assist in implementing treatments and interventions as directed by the nursing staff. One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Requirements

High School diploma
6 months or more of recent hospital, long-term care, or medical work experience
Excellent knowledge of patient assistance and care procedures
Patient Care Technician certification required
BLS required
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to adapt to multiple changing priorities
Ability to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to the patient values in clinical decision making

Responsibilities

Performing tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living
Work closely with the Registered Nurse or nursing team to ensure that all patient needs are met effectively and efficiently
Collaborate with the healthcare professionals to develop a comprehensive understanding of patient care protocols
Assist in implementing treatments and interventions as directed by the nursing staff