Patient Care Technician Mental Health Resource Pool

MyMichigan Health • Midland, MI

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About The Position

This position works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs and assists with individual activities of daily living as well as certain treatments for patient care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse according to established policies, procedures and guidelines. Position requires travel among MyMichigan Health Subsidiaries.
For casual positions: casual employees have no regularly scheduled work hours, but require an understanding of, and agreement to fulfill, the minimum time commitments of the position for as long as the position is held. These are (if needed) at least 48 hours per month with 24 of those hours worked on weekends, and an annual requirement of 24 hours worked on holidays.

Requirements

• Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support. Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer. Qualification Source: AHA. Essential: true
• Credential:PCT: MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN Certification. Equivalent Experience: Must hold an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification or a current State of Michigan registry document as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification culminating in licensure in the state of Michigan or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan or successful completion of one semester of nursing clinical education by an Accredited Registered Nurse Program. Effective 11/22/2019, we can also accept a Medical Assistant with the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologist (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), OR equivalent Medical Assistant Credential such as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA, etc. For current PCT's with an expired CNA certification, EMT certification, or a lapsed LPN license, an opportunity to achieve an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification will be offered. Qualification Source: MI. Essential: true
• Credential: TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Management. Equivalent Experience: Within 6 months of hire or transfer (Employees who are in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification). Essential: true
• Credential: FINGERPRINT: Fingerprinting. Equivalent Experience: Fingerprinting requirement applies to patient care technicians working in the behavioral health unit. Essential: true
• Credential:RECIPIENT: Recipient Rights. Equivalent Experience: Recipient rights requirement applies to those patient care technicians working in the behavioral health unit. Required within 30 days of hire or transfer into position. Qualification Source: . Essential: true
• Education: High School Diploma or GED. Education Specialization: General Studies. Essential: true
• Knowledge of reading, writing, math, and computer skills. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the nurse, prioritizes and organizes care of assigned patients, performing basic nurse’s aide skills as outlined in orientation, competencies, policy and procedures.
• Documents on patient’s chart, any treatments and pertinent observations. Provides report to team on tasks completed.
• Maintains a clean, safe and orderly unit.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED