Patient Care Technician

Waverly Health Center•Waverly, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing clerical/receptionist duties for a nursing unit and facilitating communication needs of the department. The Patient Care Technician also provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The position is a Weekend Package, 0.90 FTE / 36 hours per week, with shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday during the Day Shift.

Requirements

Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have successfully completed a minimum of Nurse Aide I course and competency exams and be listed as eligible for employment on the Iowa Direct Care Worker Registry (Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facilities Division).
Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system.
Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.
Sitting – Approximately 50% of shift.
Standing– Approximately 25% of shift.
Walking – Approximately 25% of shift.
Lifting – Approximately 35 pounds.
Must use, and require staff to use, when in hospital and pre-hospital settings, proper body mechanics and ergonomics and, as applicable, lifting/moving devices.
Twisting – Infrequent.
Bending – Moderate.
Squat/Kneel – Approximately 25% of shift.

Nice To Haves

Medical Secretary training or knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Completion of Nurse Aide II course preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs receptionist duties for the department, including answering the telephone, taking messages, and meeting and directing visitors.
Monitors condition and operation of equipment and supplies for repair, restocking and replacement as needed. Coordinates supply management. Maintains and organizes supplies for the unit.
Transcribes/processes orders, maintains and updates patient charting forms. Generates the appropriate paperwork in a timely manner.
Uses telecommunication effectively to notify appropriate staff. Announces and implements code communication appropriately. Utilizes pager system appropriately.
Collaborates with providers and other healthcare team members for continuity of care. Makes phone calls to coordinate patient consults, referrals, and appointments.
Accurately maintains patient census, patient level of care, and maintains computer proficiency. Accurately admits, discharges, and transfers patients in the hospital computer system.
Demonstrates knowledge of patient care techniques and supports patient care under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
Answers call lights promptly and assists patients with their requests.
Documents care and observations in the patient record.
Notifies the primary nurse of unanticipated changes, significant conditions, and reactions related to patient care.
Documents accurately on the patient record at the point of care.
Keeps the primary nurse informed of the patient status.