Patient Care Technician - Emergency Department (Part Time)

Rochester Regional Health•Muscatine, IA

11d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans determined or delegated by a licensed nurse. The role is responsible for completing assigned tasks and skills while delivering quality, safe care and supporting a positive patient experience. The position is in the Emergency Department at Unity Hospital in Rochester, New York. It is part time, with rotating day, evening, and night shifts and every other weekend. Prior PCT experience is required.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
Prior Patient Care Technician experience.
Excellent customer service and communication skills are highly desired.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Completion of Nursing Fundamentals.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
One year of experience as a medical assistant or technician in a health-related facility.

Responsibilities

Clean appropriate equipment, change bed linens, stock appropriate supplies in patient rooms or the unit, and prepare rooms for anticipated admissions.
Provide safe and competent care related to patients’ nutritional, skin integrity, elimination, and hygiene needs, including bathing, grooming, and comfort measures.
Perform clinical duties under the direction or supervision of an RN, including obtaining vital signs and pulse oximetry, performing EKGs, providing one-to-one care, and assisting with admission and discharge processes.
Follow correct procedures for collecting and disposing of some specimens.
Demonstrate excellent communication, compassion, and professionalism.
Assist with safe ambulation and transfers, and use lift devices appropriately.
Follow all departmental safety initiatives.
Assist with post-mortem care.
Meet unit- and department-specific skills and competency expectations.
Respond to patient call lights and patient or family requests for assistance in a timely and courteous manner.