Patient Care Technician - M4 Neuro/Ortho
About The Position
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for its Magnet-designated Nursing team on the M4 Neuro/Ortho Unit. This 38-bed inpatient unit specializes in medical-surgical, critical care, and telemetry, and primarily serves neurology, neurosurgical, and orthopedic patients with complex needs, including cancer-related neurological conditions. The technician supports inpatient nursing staff and helps ensure patients’ and family members’ comfort and safety. Working under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse, the Patient Care Technician assists patients in a timely and efficient manner and handles patient care situations with integrity, compassion, and professionalism. The role includes taking vital signs, performing EKGs, collecting specimens, collaborating with the clinical team, assisting with procedures as needed, and using basic computer and data-entry skills for clinical documentation. The position is located at 1275 York Avenue in New York, NY. The schedule is 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a weekend and holiday rotation. The pay range is $24.05–$36.21. The position is non-exempt.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of healthcare-related experience in one or more of the following roles: Nursing Assistant (NA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Medical Technician, Phlebotomist, or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- For applicants with less than 2 years of experience: a Nursing Assistant or other healthcare-related certification obtained within the past 12 months, and at least 1 year of healthcare-related experience in one of the listed roles.
- BLS certification required by the time of hire.
- Ability to build positive relationships and deliver patient-focused care as part of a caregiving team.
- Ability to take initiative and approach challenges with urgency, energy, and compassion.
- Ability to collaborate and build partnerships to achieve shared goals and objectives.
- Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Nice To Haves
- Epic EMR experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients in a timely and efficient manner under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse.
- Help ensure the comfort and safety of patients and their family members.
- Handle patient care situations with integrity, compassion, and professionalism.
- Take vital signs, perform EKGs, and collect specimens.
- Collaborate with the clinical team and assist with procedures as needed.
- Use basic computer and data-entry skills to support clinical documentation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
