PCT-East Emergency Department-Full-Time

Erlanger • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

A non-licensed healthcare provider employed by Erlanger Health Systems who provides direct and/or indirect patient care under the delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Patient Care Technician must demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide age-appropriate care to patients in the emergency room. Duties may include assisting medical and nursing staff with phlebotomy, EKGs, procedure setup and cleaning, and patient care for a broad patient population. The employee must use judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms requiring further evaluation by a licensed nurse, communicate effectively with customers and team members, and remain flexible and adapt to change.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent; alternatively, an occupational diploma paired with successful completion of the Project SEARCH program, or a listed preferred qualification.
• Complete an Erlanger fundamentals checklist, demonstrate skills through an observed demonstration, and pass a written exam.
• BLS certification completed before going to the unit or department and maintained thereafter.
• De-escalation training.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate emergency-room patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Active certification or qualification in one or more of the following: Tennessee Certified Nursing Assistant, First Responder, EMT, nursing student who has completed Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical Assistant, pre-med student, Military Corpsman, Combat Life Saver, Combat Medic, or Surgical Technician.
• Experience is preferred but not required.
• Preferred certifications or qualifications include CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, First Responder, Combat Medic, Combat Life Saver, or Military Corpsman.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and/or indirect patient care under the delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served in the emergency room.
• Assist medical and nursing staff with phlebotomy, EKGs, procedure setup and cleaning, and patient care.
• Recognize and identify signs and symptoms requiring further evaluation by a licensed nurse.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members and adapt to change.

What This Job Offers

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