Patient Care Technician, Full-Time, Nights, 6p - 6:30a, Med/Surg, Washington Township

Jefferson Health Plans • Madison, MO

8d • $19 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction and supervision of licensed clinical team members. The role supports patient- and family-centered care, respects each individual’s uniqueness, and addresses patients’ physiological, emotional, and social needs. The PCT may collaborate with clinical departments and designated staff at a patient’s site to facilitate telehealth encounters between patients and providers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs, and the PCT’s role on the interprofessional team.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within the scope of the role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene and the ability to apply it to patients daily.
• Knowledge of risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment and ability to take steps to reduce those risks.
• Ability to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family, and designated care partner.
• Knowledge of people from diverse backgrounds and ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques, including the ability to accurately communicate and interpret information and needs; uses partnership-oriented language to engage patients and families in their health and healthcare.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
• Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds; frequent to continuous standing and walking; role-related activities may include kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR.

Nice To Haves

• None specified.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patients, families, and designated care partners.
• Performs validated and designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under the direction of licensed clinical team members.
• Actively promotes and maintains a safe patient care environment.
• Helps maintain supplies and equipment to support efficient unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds as assigned, anticipates patient needs, and promptly responds to patient call lights or pages.
• May serve as a virtual safety associate as needed based on campus needs.
• May facilitate clinical examinations under the direction of a distant provider, using required peripheral devices, technology, and software to support comprehensive virtual care encounters.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
• Supplemental insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance
• Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
• Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time

What This Job Offers

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