Patient Care Technician - Observation Unit - Per Diem Night Shift
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. The role performs tasks that do not require nursing judgment or medication administration, including phlebotomy and EKG. The technician is accountable for the patient care they deliver and follows St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center standards of care and practice. Initial training is full-time during the day; the position otherwise has a night shift schedule and weekend and holiday rotation. The role requires participation in orientation and continuing education, and maintaining knowledge and skills related to the technician’s areas of expertise. The technician completes annual population-specific competency requirements for populations served, as identified in the scope of care and service. The work takes place in an office/clinical setting with Exposure Class I, and involves heavy physical work, including standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- Current BLS/CPR certification; First Aid training is provided upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Medical background.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Manual dexterity.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
- Perform tasks that do not require nursing judgment or administration of medications, including phlebotomy and EKG.
- Remain accountable for delivered patient care and adhere to St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center standards of care and practice.
- Participate in orientation and continuing education and maintain relevant knowledge and skills.
- Complete annual population-specific competency requirements for populations served.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
