Patient Care Technician Cardiopulmonary Telemetry
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician works in the Cardiopulmonary Telemetry Unit, supporting care for telemetry patients, pulmonary hypertension patients, chronic stable ventilator patients, and thoracic surgery and lung cancer surgical patients recovering from procedures such as lobectomies and lung mass removals. The role offers experience in a specialized pulmonary hypertension program and cardiac and pulmonary care. Typical assignments are approximately 10 patients per PCT and may increase to up to 16 depending on census and staffing needs. Under the direct supervision of a licensed caregiver, the technician provides patient-related care based on growth and development principles across the life span. The role includes assisting with patient care, observing and reporting changes in condition, and maintaining accurate medical records. This is a full-time night-shift position consisting of three 12-hour shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Self-scheduling is offered for shifts and weekend coverage; workdays may vary, with no set or fixed days. Weekend and holiday rotations are required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of Block 1 in Nursing, or qualification as a Medical Assistant (MA), Nursing Assistant (NA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), or 6 months of experience in a healthcare setting within the last year.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of acute care experience.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT) license.
Responsibilities
- Provide and collaborate on direct patient care services under the direct supervision of a licensed caregiver.
- Assist with personal care, activities of daily living, vital signs, intake and output, ambulation, interventions, and selected portions of the patient care plan as directed by a nurse.
- Observe and report changes in patient condition to a licensed caregiver.
- Maintain accurate medical record documentation related to care delivered.
- Address or direct questions and concerns from patients, families, caregivers, or health care team members.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Weekend shift differentials.
- Evening and night shift differentials where applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
