Patient Care Technician

MyMichigan Health • Midland, MI

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performing and assisting with patients’ activities of daily living and certain patient-care treatments according to established policies, procedures, and guidelines. The position requires travel among MyMichigan Health subsidiaries.

Casual positions have no regularly scheduled work hours. Casual employees must agree to meet the minimum commitments while they hold the position: at least 48 hours per month if needed, including 24 weekend hours, and 24 hours worked on holidays annually.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of reading, writing, math, computer skills, and medical terminology, and interpersonal skills to communicate clearly with individuals and groups. Employees must demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows and may be required to participate in additional learning opportunities. Required credentials include Basic Life Support within three months of hire or transfer and an accepted PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN or equivalent qualification. Additional certifications or requirements apply to certain behavioral health assignments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of reading, writing, math, computer skills, and medical terminology.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate clearly with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels.
• Demonstrated competency in Microsoft Windows; willingness to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within three months of hire or transfer.
• Must hold an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification, a current Michigan CNA registry document, EMT certification culminating in Michigan licensure, completion of an accredited LPN program culminating in Michigan licensure, or successful completion of one semester of nursing clinical education in an accredited Registered Nurse program.
• Medical Assistant credentials are also accepted: RMA through AMT, CMA through AAMA, or an equivalent Medical Assistant credential such as CCMA.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands described, including lifting or carrying up to 21–50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds frequently, as well as the stated walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and dexterity demands.
• Must be able to move freely about the facility with or without an assistive device, have adequate vision and hearing with or without assistive devices, and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, get along with others, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and stay awake.
• Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the nurse, prioritize and organize care for assigned patients and perform basic nurse’s aide skills as outlined in orientation, competencies, policies, and procedures.
• Document treatments and pertinent observations in patients’ charts and report completed tasks to the team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly unit.
• Support and implement the mission, goals, policies, and standards of nursing, the medical center, and the unit.
• Provide for the age-specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies and procedures.
• Follow procedures during medical center emergency situations.
• Provide and ensure a safe and secure environment for patients.
• Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy and provide excellent customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED