Patient Care Technician Part time - TOSH Inpatient

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Orthopedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH), UAMS Health’s brand-new surgical hospital is looking for passionate patient care technicians who are ready to join a team that’s redefining quality care. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit-based team who supports the on-going delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties which do not require a license, professional judgment or intervention. The PCT must pass the required competencies.The PCT works within the Department of Nursing standards. The PCT adheres to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures and standards and guest care guidelines.

Requirements

High School, GED or formal educational equivalent
Successful completion of the PCT course within 3 months of hire
Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability.
CPR Certified/Licensed

Nice To Haves

Health Care Experience.
Patient Care Experience.
Certified Nursing Assistant or Military Corpsman

Responsibilities

Prepares patient rooms for patients.
Assists with medical procedures and examinations.
Conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and performs phlebotomy.
Performs EKGs.
Research and scribes for physicians if needed.
Performs administrative tasks by scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc., using the various registration and scheduling systems.
Serves to greet every guest, making them feel welcome and helping to keep them informed.
Maintains order in the unit by routing new orders and consulting.
Answering call lights, and meeting the paging needs of the units, monitoring for and meeting patient needs, thus helping to ensure patient flow through the unit is seamless.
Performs admission and discharge duties, reconciles and enters patient charges.
Performs data entry.
Helps with stocking/ cleaning, and does telemetry and video monitoring.
Responsible and accountable for the tone of the nursing unit.
May perform other duties as assigned