Sitter

Sonoma Specialty Hospital•Sebastopol, CA

2d•$21 - $22

About The Position

Patient care technicians (PCTs) are responsible for maintaining medical records, assisting with patient care needs, and performing clerical duties. PCT is responsible for collecting and reporting of information to the nurse and completion of all patient care related documentation. Ensures the comfort and safety of the patients.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D. certificate, or equivalent
BLS certificate required
Six (6) months of healthcare experience preferred
Good Verbal and written communication skills for regular contact with employees, patients and patient’s families
Positive interpersonal skills
Basic math and computer skills
Good organizational skills
Knowledge of basic medical terminology/anatomy
Ability to work with others in a flexible, cooperative manner

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant, EMT, CNA experience preferred
Use of multi-line phone system, computer, and knowledge of Microsoft office suite preferred
Proficiency in electronic documentation system must be obtained and return demonstration to the Lead

Responsibilities

Maintaining medical records
Assisting with patient care needs
Performing clerical duties
Collecting and reporting of information to the nurse
Completion of all patient care related documentation
Ensuring the comfort and safety of the patients
Performing support functions for the unit, including basic clerical functions, order entry, supply ordering and maintenance of a tidy patient care and desk area
Ensuring safety for patients at risk for self-harm, injury
Providing individualized attention, which encourages each patient’s ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being
Maintaining the comfort, privacy, and dignity of patients in the delivery of services to them
Interacting with patients in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment
Performing all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures, including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves where indicated and proper disposal of soiled materials
Willing to accept direction from team leader
Answering call lights and addressing patient requests or informing primary care nurse or CNA of patient requests
Assisting CNA or nursing with patient care under direction
Maintaining safe environment
Performing proactive rounding as directed and adheres to all hospital and departmental policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
Participating in all fall interventions and unit specific safety practices and goals
Answering phone calls, greets and directs all patients and visitors in a timely, friendly and courteous manner
Receiving feedback from co-workers and patients
Supporting unit goals to improve the patient experience
Assisting with set up and/or feedings of patients when appropriate
Assisting in bookkeeping/filing duties
Compliance with safety rules and regulations, remedying unsafe working conditions, and for continuously practicing safety while performing duties