Patient Care Technician

Rochester Regional Health

2d • $19 - $21

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct and indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans determined or delegated by a licensed nurse or RN. The role also assists with tasks needed for the general management and organization of the patient care unit, remaining flexible to meet patient and unit needs. This position is in the ICU at UMMC and is scheduled per diem, with rotating shifts as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18.
• Ability to meet the stated moderate clinical physical demands, including standing, walking, lifting 20–50 pounds, pushing and pulling medical equipment, assisting with patient positioning, and frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.
• High sensory acuity and the ability to maintain focus, make decisions under pressure, and respond to emergencies and alarms.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of Nursing Fundamentals, CNA certification, experience as a medical assistant or technician in a health-related facility, or participation in a Patient Care Technician training program.
• Associate degree.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and indirect activities to facilitate unit functioning.
• Participate as a member of the care delivery team.
• Provide safe and competent care addressing patients’ nutritional, skin integrity, elimination, and hygiene needs, including bathing, grooming, and changing bed linens.
• Take patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and pain level.
• Communicate with compassion and provide support to patients and their family members.
• Communicate effectively with the care delivery team and model teamwork.
• Assist with patient ambulation, feeding, transferring, and lifting.
• Assist with patient admission, discharge, and transfer.
• Perform clerical duties as needed, including transcription and maintenance of patient charts.
• Assist patients with mobility, including sitting, standing, and walking.
• For cath lab assignments only, stock rooms and potentially handle medications, sharps, and syringes on the OR field.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed