Patient Care Technician - Acute Care - Days Shift (0.9 FTE)

Summit Pacific Medical Center•Elma, WA

3d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician performs routine daily patient care in accordance with established nursing practices and within the scope of the Washington State Nursing Assistant-Certified license. As a member of the healthcare team, the technician works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and follows Summit Pacific behavior and service standards to support high-quality patient care and positive patient experiences. The position is based in acute care in Elma, Washington, and is listed as a 0.9 FTE role with SVC contract 12-hour shifts in a 40-hour work week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Washington State-approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.
One to two years of work experience in a patient-care setting; acute-care experience is preferred.
Current Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant (NA-C) credential.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Working knowledge of patient-care practices within the nursing assistant scope and ability to complete and maintain required job-specific competencies.
Knowledge of age-specific growth, development, and life-stage principles to meet patient needs.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to follow Summit Pacific behavior standards, maintain composure and professionalism, manage difficult situations, and protect privacy and confidentiality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to accurately and legibly communicate and document information and follow oral and written instructions.
Proficiency with current technology, including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn and use electronic medical records, medical telemetry equipment and systems, and other relevant systems and equipment.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and prioritize assigned work in coordination with unit activities.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Acute-care experience.
Telemetry experience.
Medical Assistant Phlebotomy certification.

Responsibilities

Perform delegated direct patient care within the scope of the NA-C license and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Perform technical patient-care tasks such as CPR, vital signs, intake and output measurements, cardiac monitoring and telemetry observation, EKGs, dressings, splinting and orthopedic care, phlebotomy, wound care, finger-stick glucose testing, bladder scanning, procedure setup and assistance, and treatments as directed by a physician or nurse.
Greet and escort patients, assist with patient transport and loading or unloading as instructed, and inventory, document, and store personal belongings.
Assist patients with dressing, bathing, positioning, mouth and skin care, toileting, eating, hydration, walking, exercise, transfers, meals, and linen changes.
Anticipate patient needs, make frequent rounds, observe and report patient responses and signs or symptoms of common conditions, keep call lights and TV controls within reach, and respond promptly and politely to calls and pages.
Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, families, and staff, maintaining a positive and caring attitude.
Help relieve pain and promote rest and sleep through measures such as back rubs, personal hygiene and skin care, therapeutic ambulation and exercise, and providing fresh water and ice.
Complete and document administrative and patient-care information accurately and promptly; transcribe physician orders and follow through, schedule procedures and tests, arrange dietary nourishment, and use computers and office equipment.
Respond to Code calls, relieve coworkers for breaks and lunches, and contribute as a productive member of the patient-care team and to a positive work environment.
Maintain unit and patient-room supplies, turn over rooms between patients, check for outdated supplies, keep spaces orderly, and follow safety and infection-control procedures.
Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned.
Meet organizational expectations for professional, ethical, respectful, collaborative conduct; comply with policies, procedures, regulatory guidelines, and patient-experience standards.
Adapt to workplace changes, maintain effective working relationships, provide service consistent with organizational standards, participate in ongoing learning and competency development, organize and prioritize work, support teamwork and trust, and contribute to the organization's mission, vision, and values.

Benefits

Medical coverage.
Prescription coverage.
Dental coverage, including orthodontia.
Vision coverage.
Healthcare and daycare flexible spending accounts.
Subsidized daycare benefit.
Life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Employer 403(b) retirement match contributions.
457 retirement account.
Employee Assistance Program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Smoking cessation assistance.
Employee Wellness Program.
Employee committees, including the Spirit Team.
On-site employee gym.
Instructor-led employee fitness classes, including Yoga, Kettlebells, and Bootcamps.
On-site walking trails.