pulse- patientt care tech-cvicu

MultiCare Health System•Tacoma, WA

14h

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician supports patient health outcomes by providing basic nursing care, transporting patients, and performing clerical functions throughout the hospital. The role involves developing age-appropriate nursing care expertise, using strong interpersonal and communication skills to care for patients from diverse ethnic and social groups, and collaborating with health care practitioners or registered nurses to provide comprehensive, quality care. The position is 0.75 FTE, with a night shift and a schedule that varies. The role is part of Pulse Heart Institute, a physician-led institute with multispecialty partnerships in cardiothoracic surgery, vascular, and cardiovascular services. The institute provides cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care, including care for complex structural heart disease, advanced heart failure services, interventions, and advanced imaging.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent preferred.
Eligible for Medical Assistant-Registered certification; must apply within seven days of hire.
Must obtain Medical Assistant-Registered certification within 60 days of hire.
Nursing Assistant certification or licensure.
Current BLS certification.
Recent bedside care experience in a health care environment.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant-Registered certification eligibility; an MA-P credential may be accepted in lieu of MA-R.

Responsibilities

Perform a dynamic range of duties and functions throughout the hospital.
Assist with basic nursing care, patient transportation, and clerical functions.
Provide care for patients across diverse ethnic and social groups using strong interpersonal skills.
Collaborate with a health care practitioner or registered nurse to provide comprehensive, quality care.