Patient Care Technician - Oncology
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician in the Medical/Oncology Ambulatory office and infusion/treatment area is responsible for assuring patients are processed and ready to be seen by the provider as well as providing direct patient care under the guidance of the RNs during treatment appointments. Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network, and the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute focuses on offering cancer patients an unparalleled network of coordinated services. The role involves engaging with patients, preparing them for visits, collecting specimens, maintaining electronic medical records, and collaborating with the care team.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Previous EKG and Phlebotomy experience required
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of medical oncology office practice and infusion strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Engaging with patients throughout all visits to the office and treatment area, providing a personable and excellent experience for our patients.
- Escorting patients to exam rooms and preparing them for the physician visit and for performing various preliminary portions of visit such as vital signs, weight and specimen collections (phlebotomy).
- Assists in maintaining an accurate and up-to-date electronic medical record
- Performs laboratory clerical functions accurately and efficiently for compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Partners with all members of the care team: providers, nurses, administrative support staff.
- Engages in all quality improvement, patient experience and patient safety activities within the department and the Cancer Institute.
- Performs laboratory specimen preparation and processing
Benefits
- competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
