Patient Care Technician -TOSH Inpatient

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. The Orthopedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH), UAMS Health’s brand-new surgical hospital, is looking for passionate patient care technicians who are ready to join a team that’s redefining quality care. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit-based team who supports the ongoing delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties that do not require a license, professional judgment, or intervention. The PCT must pass the required competencies.

Requirements

High School, GED, or formal educational equivalent
Successful completion of the patient care technician course is required within 3 months of employment.
CPR Certified/Licensed.

Nice To Haves

Health Care Experience.
Patient Care Experience.
Certified Nursing Assistant or Military Corpsman.
Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability.
Experience in an ambulatory care setting

Responsibilities

Prepares patient rooms for patients.
Assists with medical procedures and examinations.
Conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and performs phlebotomy.
Performs EKGs.
Research and scribes for physicians if needed.
Performs administrative tasks by scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc., using the various registration and scheduling systems.
Cross-trained as an IA (Information Associate (IA)), the face of the nursing unit who serves to greet every guest, making them feel welcome and helping to keep them informed.
Maintains order in the unit by routing new orders and consulting.
Answers call lights and meets the paging needs of the units, Monitors for and meets patient needs, thus helping to ensure patient flow through the unit is seamless.
Performs admission and discharge duties, reconciles and enters patient charges.
Performs data entry.
Helps with stocking/ cleaning.
Conducts telemetry and video monitoring.
Responsible and accountable for the tone of the nursing unit.
Perform other duties as assigned.