Patient Care Technician, Full-Time, Nights, 6p - 6:30a, Med/Surg, Washington Township
About The Position
With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction and supervision of licensed clinical team members. The role values each patient’s uniqueness and addresses the physiological, emotional, and social needs of Jefferson Health’s diverse patient population. The PCT may collaborate with clinical departments and designated staff at a patient’s site to facilitate telehealth encounters between patients and providers. The position is full-time, on the night shift, in Med/Surg at the Washington Township location. The PCT may also serve as a virtual safety associate and may facilitate clinical examinations under the direction of a distant provider, using required peripheral devices, video-conferencing technology, and software.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs, and the PCT’s role on an interprofessional team.
- Ability to complete delegated tasks within the scope of the role.
- Knowledge of personal care and hygiene needs and ability to apply that knowledge to patients.
- Knowledge of risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment and ability to take steps to reduce those risks.
- Ability to convey respect and collaborate with patients, families, and designated care partners.
- Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
- Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques, including the ability to transmit, receive, and accurately interpret information and needs using appropriate communication behaviors.
- Ability to use partnership-oriented language with patients and families and engage them in their health and healthcare.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire.
- Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds; examples include pushing or pulling patients on a bed or stretcher and assisting with lateral transfers.
- Ability to stand and walk frequently to continuously; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift.
- May need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR, depending on role-specific activities.
Nice To Haves
- None listed.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with and support the interprofessional team, patients, families, and designated care partners.
- Perform validated and designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under the direction of licensed clinical team members.
- Promote and maintain a safe patient care environment.
- Help maintain supplies and equipment to support efficient unit operations.
- Conduct patient rounds as assigned, anticipate patient needs, and promptly respond to call lights or pages.
- Serve as a virtual safety associate when assigned based on campus needs.
- Facilitate clinical examinations under the direction of a distant provider, using required peripheral devices, technology, and software to support a comprehensive virtual care encounter.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage.
- Supplemental insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Retirement plans.
- Tuition assistance.
- Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts.
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
