Patient Care Technician, Part-Time, Days, 6a - 6:30p, Med/Surg, Stratford

Jefferson Health Plans • Stratford, NJ

19h • $19 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

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 supports patient- and family-centered care, respecting each patient's individuality and addressing their physiological, emotional, and social needs. 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 part-time and works day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Med/Surg at the Stratford location.

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 needed for quality of life, and ability to apply this knowledge to patients daily.
• 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 each patient, family, and designated care partner.
• Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to accurately transmit, receive, and 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 beds or stretchers and assisting with lateral transfers.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently to continuously; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift.
• Ability to perform role-specific activities that may include kneeling, bending, squatting, and CPR.

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.
• Actively promote and maintain a safe patient care environment.
• Help maintain supplies and equipment needed for efficient unit operations.
• Conduct assigned patient rounds, anticipate patient needs, and promptly answer or respond to patient call lights or pages.
• Perform the role of a virtual safety associate when assigned based on campus needs.
• When required, facilitate a clinical exam 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 insurance
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED