Patient Care Technician

Ellis MedicineSchenectady, NY
8h$17 - $24

About The Position

Patient Care Technician Do you have experience of working in a hospital and want to grow into a profession that makes a positive impact? Do you thrive on diverse teams? We are looking for a dynamic team-player who believes that collaboration , communication, and compassion drive service. At Ellis Medicine, the county's premier healthcare provider, we are committed to these values and work every day to meet the health and wellness needs of our community with excellence. If this describes you, then we want to speak to you about our Patient Care Technician position. WHAT WILL I GET AT ELLIS MEDICINE? Comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance that starts on DAY ONE ! Generous paid time off to support a work-life balance, including six paid holidays. Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Retirement plan in the form of a 401(3b) with company match after longevity Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account allow you to set aside pretax dollars to better care for your health and the health of your loved ones. Free yearlong unlimited CDTA Navigator Pass including Free CDTA bike share program. Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Employer paid Life Insurance WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO BE A PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN? Job Summary: Assists professional staff under RN supervision, ensuring patient safety, care, and comfort. Perform direct and indirect patient care, technical tasks, and clerical duties. Assists patients with Bathing, Bedding, Toileting and Dressing.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Should be able to push/pull/lift/move 35 lb.
  • Perform manual tasks and data entry.
  • Mobility and communication in English.

Nice To Haves

  • Healthcare terminology/coursework preferred
  • BLS certification preferred
  • prior healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Safety: Prevent falls, report hazards, check equipment.
  • Patient Care: Aid with hygiene, ADL devices, perineal care.
  • Skin Care: Turn/position patients, inspect skin.
  • Meals: Aid with feeding, record intake/output.
  • Elimination: Aid with toileting, catheter care.
  • Equipment: Uses patient care/transport equipment, performs technical procedures.
  • Data: Record vital signs, perform EKGs, glucose monitoring.
  • Customer Service: Interact tactfully with patients, families, staff.
  • Clerical: Answer phones, keep records, coordinate patient movement.
  • Ownership: Follow dress code, accept feedback, support policies, take part in activities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance that starts on DAY ONE !
  • Generous paid time off to support a work-life balance, including six paid holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
  • Retirement plan in the form of a 401(3b) with company match after longevity
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account allow you to set aside pretax dollars to better care for your health and the health of your loved ones.
  • Free yearlong unlimited CDTA Navigator Pass including Free CDTA bike share program.
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer paid Life Insurance
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