Patient Care Technician - Orthopedic Unit (6AB) - 501663

University of Toledo • Toledo, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) facilitates and assists in meeting patient needs. The PCT performs tasks within the range of responsibilities that a Registered Nurse (RN) may delegate to an unlicensed patient care provider. The PCT follows the direction of the RN, Lead/Charge Nurse, Nursing Director or Assistant Nursing Director, and House Supervisor. This position is assigned to the Orthopedic Unit (6AB) and may float or rotate among units and shifts.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Attend and successfully complete the UTMC Healthcare Tech training course and maintain CPR/BLS certification. The training course is not required for candidates who have current CPR/BLS certification and meet one of these conditions: an active state CNA or STNA certification after passing a state-approved exam; recent graduation from an accredited nursing program; or recent equivalent experience and successful completion of the Skill Assessment.
• Ability to write legibly, speak articulately, and follow directions accurately.
• Ability to plan and organize work and work under supervision.
• Willingness to accept responsibility for patients while performing delegated functions and to perform delegated duties in accordance with established methods and procedures.
• Ability to meet physical requirements: visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20, including color vision when applicable; ability to hear with or without aids; oral communication ability; good manual dexterity; ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer or lift 50 pounds occasionally; ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, and kneel frequently; and ability to perform CPR.
• Pre-employment drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meeting patient needs by performing duties delegated by a Registered Nurse.
• Follow directions from the Registered Nurse, Lead/Charge Nurse, Nursing Director or Assistant Nursing Director, and House Supervisor.
• Accept responsibility for patients in their care while performing delegated functions and carry out delegated duties according to established methods and procedures.
• Work some weekends and holidays; rotate shifts and units as required.

What This Job Offers

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