PCT - Orthopedics - PRN

Sanford Health•Bemidji, MN

3d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our dynamic orthopedics team. As a PCT in our clinic, you will play a crucial role in supporting our healthcare professionals and ensuring our patients receive the best possible care. This is a flexible PRN schedule position within clinic hours.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Minimum of six months’ experience preferred.
Experience in a clinic setting preferred.
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Responsibilities

Performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services.
Performs height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis.
Performs reception/clerical tasks.
Prepares patient treatment areas for use.
Prepares and cleans medical equipment.
Disposes of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy.
Cleans and maintains patient care area(s) or treatment rooms.
Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed.
Works patient registries and identifies opportunities to improve patient care.