Oncology Clinic - Patient Care Technician

Sanford Health•Bismarck, ND

4d•$15 - $23

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. The role is multi-skilled and provides expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional. The Oncology Clinic serves patients from adolescence through geriatrics and describes its team as compassionate, collaborative, and focused on a healthy work environment and work/life balance. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends or evenings. The stated salary range is $15.00 to $23.00, and the posting offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers is required or must be obtained within the first 60 days of employment.
If working in North Dakota and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, registration as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health is required within four months of initial employment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple distractions, and maintain excellent interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience is preferred.
Experience in a clinic setting is preferred.
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies is preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic patient care services and support ambulatory clinic activities under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional.
Obtain height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, and color vision screening measurements; perform 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 according to standards and policy.
Clean and maintain patient care areas or 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 with team members while managing multiple distractions and maintaining strong interpersonal skills.
Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.