UHC-PCT-6 South

WVU Medicine

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care activities, including meeting patients’ personal, physical, and comfort needs, under the supervision of a registered professional nurse. The Patient Care Technician provides high-quality patient care in coordination with licensed medical staff. The role includes observing and reporting changes in patients’ conditions, assisting with routine care and transitions, recording vital signs and intake and output, helping with hygiene and specimen collection, maintaining a clean and safe environment, preparing patients for examinations, and supporting departmental operations. For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements, the employee must complete annual education required by the relevant accreditation standards. The position is based at UHC United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, West Virginia. It is scheduled for 36 hours per week on the day shift and is non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Meet one of the following qualifications: nationally certified patient care technician; completion of the WVUM Patient Care Technician program; or current Certified Nursing Assistant certification issued by the state where services are provided (Ohio Nurse Aide through the Ohio Nurses Aide Registry, or West Virginia Nurse Aide through WV DHHR/OHFLAC).
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
Ability to adapt to changing environments.
Ability to perform work requiring strength and/or stamina, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking.

Nice To Haves

Prior patient care experience.

Responsibilities

Observe and immediately report patient concerns or changes in condition to a registered nurse.
Assist the Registered Nurse with admissions, transfers, discharges, and general patient care duties.
Record vital signs and oral intake and output; assist with personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
Assist with specimen collection and other activities for assigned patients.
Maintain a clean and safe environment to help prevent or control infections and promote the safety of patients, visitors, and employees.
Report necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel according to departmental procedure and in a timely manner.
Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to departmental procedure.
Communicate with the RN about nutrition issues, including poor appetite or a stated lack of understanding of diet changes.
Assist the department with administrative tasks that support operations.
Answer patient call bells and relay messages to appropriate personnel.
At facilities with specialty accreditation requirements, complete annual required education through methods such as CBLs, training, in-services, and competency validation.