PCT/Unit Secretary, Heart Failure Clinic Weekdays only

Baptist Healthcare System•Paducah, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

To promote efficient and quality patient care to Baptist Health Paducah (BHP) Heart Failure (HF) clinic patients, by collaborating with the HF nursing and provider staff while performing within the scope of practice. Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the activities occurring in the department by performing clerical and receptionist’s duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area. To contribute to the organization of the care provided to patients in the HF clinic, thus promoting optimal patient outcomes, efficient throughput and increased collaboration with the HF team.

Requirements

High School /GED
Must obtain BLS within three (3) months of hire.
Completion of the PCT skills training and required competencies post hire

Nice To Haves

Recent experience in health care setting providing patient care preferred
Previous phlebotomy/ point of care testing preferred

Responsibilities

Performing clerical, receptionist, and supply duties for the nursing unit complementing nursing care: computer system admissions, transfers, and dismissals
Perform complete and detailed medication histories during the check-in process.
Trained as a monitor tech and provides relief when needed.
Coordinates transport of patients to and from diagnostic testing, transports upon admission as appropriate and at discharge
Assists team with transition of the patient care area to facilitate efficient and safe throughput.
Maintains stock and removed expired patient supplies within the department and specialty carts.
Ensures positive customer relations interactions by responding promptly to patient needs and requests for service/assistance
Obtain vital signs.
Place appropriate monitoring devices.
Performs 12 Lead EKG.
Phlebotomy and other lab specimen collection.
Splinting.
Assisting providers and nursing staff with patient procedures