Patient Care Technician - Medical Oncology/Transplant (E7)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • Little Rock, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs patient care tasks and duties which do not require a license. The 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 in E7 Medical Oncology/Transplant Unit. E7 Medical Oncology/transplant Unit has 28 private rooms and provides state of the art therapies, including stem cell transplant, to a wide range of medical oncology patients. Practicing in this environment allows the registered nurse to develop skills in chemotherapy and biotherapy administration, management of a range of IV central access devices and a variety of symptoms associated with the disease and/or treatment, and the development of skills in emotional support and palliative care. A strong interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists, and social workers who support the patient in their various therapies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Successful completion of patient care technician course within 3 months of hire.
• Must have excellent communication skills, ability to follow oral instructions, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs. to waist height.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman
• Patient care experience in acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient report and has on-going communication with R.N. regarding patient care/changes in condition; Informs nurse of patient requests or complaints.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed.
• Carries out the Plan of Care for Patient using a Multidisciplinary Approach as Delegated by Team Leader.
• Communicates effectively with other team members to facilitate patient care.
• Accepts directions from R.N.s and team members.
• Follows through on delegated patient care activities.
• Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with activities (ambulation, up in chair, turn and reposition).
• Documents all patient care activities/tasks, vital signs, ADL, wave tests, I&O's accurately and timely and per unit and department standards.
• Assists patients and visitors with information and/or solutions to problems.
• Serves as resources person to support department members in performance of duties.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

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