Patient Care Technician

Rochester Regional Health

20d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans determined or delegated by a licensed nurse or RN. The role also supports the general management and organization of the patient care unit and adapts to patient and unit needs. This position is in the Medsurg 3rd floor department at UMMC in Batavia, New York, and is scheduled for 36 hours per week on day/evening shifts with rotating weekends.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of Nursing Fundamentals, CNA certification, experience as a medical assistant or technician in a health-related facility, or participation in a Patient Care Technician training program.
• Associate degree.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and indirect support activities that facilitate unit functioning.
• Participate as a member of the care delivery team.
• Provide safe, competent care related to patients’ nutritional, skin integrity, elimination, and hygiene needs, including bathing, grooming, and changing bed linens.
• Measure patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and pain level.
• Communicate with compassion and provide support to patients and their family members.
• Communicate effectively with care delivery team members and model teamwork.
• Assist with patient ambulation, feeding, transferring, and lifting.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Perform clerical duties as needed, including transcription and maintenance of patient charts.
• Assist patients with mobility, including sitting, standing, and walking.
• For Cath Lab roles only, stock rooms and potentially handle medications, sharps, and syringes on the OR field.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed