Patient Care Technician, Ambulatory - Dickinson Pediatric Clinic

Sanford Health•Dickinson, ND

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities in ambulatory services. This multi-skilled role provides expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional. The position is based in a pediatric clinic with a collaborative, patient-centered team. The clinic schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
At least six months of experience preferred.
Clinic-setting experience preferred.
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required, or must be obtained within the first 60 days of employment.
For work in North Dakota, employees who are not CNAs must register as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months of initial employment.
Must be self-motivated, independent, able to work well with team members, and able to maintain excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple distractions.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience.
Experience in a clinic setting.
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Perform basic patient care tasks, including measuring height, weight, and blood pressure; conducting visual acuity and color vision screenings; and performing drug screens and point-of-care urinalysis.
Complete reception and clerical tasks.
Provide age-appropriate and culturally responsive care that addresses patients’ physical and psychological needs from adolescence through geriatrics.
Prepare patient treatment areas and medical equipment for use, clean equipment, and dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy.
Clean and maintain patient care areas and treatment rooms.
Monitor medical inventory stock levels and restock or reorder supplies as needed.
Work with patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care.
Work independently and collaboratively while maintaining strong interpersonal skills amid multiple distractions.
Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.