Patient Care Technician PRN

Center for Addiction Treatment•Cincinnati, OH

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Addiction Treatment is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for patients. This role involves consistent assessment of residential areas, reporting of unfavorable incidents, and assisting nurses with daily residential requirements. The PCT will carry out directives from the PCT Supervisor, especially during non-business hours. The position is not eligible for remote work, except for virtual team meetings and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in residential or health care setting providing patient monitoring preferred.
Experience providing customer service to the public a must.
Maintains infection control standards by practicing universal precautions.
Knowledge and ability to apply HIPAA laws and Federal Regulations protecting patient privacy and rights.
Adheres to all patient rights standards as well as serves as a resource to patients regarding those rights.
Exhibits professional behaviors such as maintaining the CAT Code of Ethics, working cooperatively with others following CAT personnel polices etc.
Ability to work well with individuals of diverse ages, cultures, races, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, disabilities, gender and sexual orientation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in residential or health care setting providing patient monitoring

Responsibilities

Promote safety above all care.
Monitor and facilitate patient activities and adherence to rules and regulations of the agency, by conducting regular resident rounds.
Perform random Urine Drug Screens, Pregnancy Tests and Breathalyzers.
Perform duties to ensure a successful discharge under the coordination of the medical/clinical team.
Provide random and or routine resident searches according to procedure.
Complete admission procedures/documents as assigned.
Complete unity filing and telephone back-up as other duties allow.
Demonstrates responsibility/caution when using access points to residential and administrative areas.
Assist with washing reusable unit linen and clothing of Withdrawal Management.
Maintain cleanliness of Withdrawal Management areas thoroughly, and total unit in general, by completing spot cleaning during the day shifts and thorough cleaning on night shifts.
Enhance professional growth and development through in-service training and workshops as required by the Staff Development Plan, and Supervisor.
Job duties may be increased, decreased, or be combined as the needs of the agency dictate.