Patient Care Technician - Observation - PRN 0.3 (as scheduled) (64206)

Memorial Health System • Marietta, OH

27d

About The Position

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, t he Patient Care Technician is responsible for processing physician orders and records appropriate information. Assists the registered nurse and licensed practical nurse in the provision of patient care; maintains communications within and between nursing units. Advises hospital departments on patient activities. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required - will obtain during hospital orientation.
• Maintains compliance in RQI required.
• Interpersonal skills, clerical, numerical and manual dexterity, color vision and near visual acuity.
• Proper lifting techniques and body mechanics.
• Ability to read, write and do math as generally demonstrated by a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Performs hourly rounding.
• Performs clerical functions including maintaining chart order, answering telephones, and entering of written physician's orders in Meditech.
• Coordinates patient flow and flow of information in collaboration with the charge nurse to maintain communication between departments.
• Assists with all aspects of patient care and non-patient care (i.e. cleanliness of unit, ordering of supplies) within their scope of practice as assigned by RN and documents in Meditech as appropriate.
• Assists with patient/family teaching as appropriate.
• Assists with the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Enters daily outpatient and observation room charges.
• Complies with all safety and infection control standards related to position.
• Utilizes appropriate interpersonal communication which facilitates productive relationships with other team members.
• Facilitates a positive and caring relationship with others by utilizing trust and mutual respect.
• Establishes a therapeutic relationship between patient, family and self, based on empathy and trust.
• Promotes a positive patient experience.
• Seeks help from appropriate resources as needed.
• Maintains current knowledge of and practices within the scope of hospital policies.
• Maintains open lines of communication between self and professional staff.
• Clarifies any unclear communication between members of the healthcare team.
• Uses proper channels of authority in communicating information.
• Assumes responsibility for own behavior.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees.
• To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits .
• Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.
• Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED