Pediatric Care Technician - Pediatric Rehab - Part-time/Nights
About The Position
The Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation unit specializes in long-term rehabilitation care and is one of only two California pediatric CARF-accredited facilities. We cater to a wide range of conditions, including traumatic brain injuries, multiple traumas, trach/vent patients, spinal cord injuries, stroke, orthopedic conditions, Guillan-Barre, and other neurologic disorders. Additionally, we offer specialized care for medical patients admitted to the hospital, leveraging our team’s exceptional expertise in an interdisciplinary setting. Our large playroom features two TVs for family entertainment and wall of cabinets filled with toys for patients. We also have a spacious kitchen area equipped with 2 ovens and an industrial-sized fridge and freezer for families to use during their extended stay, ensuring their child is fully prepared for a smooth transition back home. Our commitment to patient success is evident in our focus on providing specialized education to empower patients to care for themselves before they return home. To ensure we maintain high standards, we utilize a national database to track patient outcomes, with Valley Children’s Rehab patients showing some of the best results in the country, particularly in achieving greater independence after our care. An unlicensed multi-skilled worker who supports patient care by performing specific nursing tasks and support functions as delegated by a licensed provider. Care provided by the PCT is supervised by a Registered Nurse.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
- Program Graduation from a patient care program (i.e. MA, CNA, EMT) (required) Or Program One semester of an RN or LVN program (required) Or Equivalent Experience Two years in a similar role in lieu of patient care program or nursing program requirement (required) Or Equivalent Experience Current Valley Children's Pediatric Nurse Extern (required)
- BLS - Basic Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required)
Nice To Haves
- Minimum six (6) months Providing direct patient care (preferred)
- Medical terminology skills are preferred.
- Bilingual Skills Preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supports patient care by performing specific nursing tasks and support functions as delegated by a licensed provider.
- Care provided by the PCT is supervised by a Registered Nurse.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
