Sr Patient Care Technician-Anderson

Community Health Network • Anderson, CA

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About The Position

The Senior Patient Care Technician works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and provides direct patient care, including bathing, assisting with elimination, making beds, and taking vital signs. The technician transports patients and patient-related materials safely, promptly, and professionally; greets and orients patients to the patient care area; and provides meal service and feeding assistance. The role also provides additional selected care to patients and collaborates with team members to perform other services as directed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three months of clinical experience, a CNA license, or current enrollment in nursing school.
• Ability to use a computer for documentation and work-related purposes.
• Strong written, verbal, and nonverbal interpersonal and professional communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with others in a team setting.
• Positive attitude toward problem-solving.
• Accountability for own actions.
• Ability to provide service in a willing and courteous manner.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and multitask.
• Ability to take direction while also being self-directed and motivated.
• High degree of responsibility and responsiveness.
• Ability to deal effectively with patients, visitors, situations, and other Care Team members while maintaining emotional control.
• Ability to lift.
• Availability for one week of full-time training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including bathing, assisting with elimination, bed making, and taking vital signs.
• Transport patients and patient-related materials in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Greet and orient patients to the patient care area.
• Perform meal service and feeding assistance.
• Provide additional selected care to patients.
• Collaborate with team members to perform other services as directed.
• Document and use a computer for work-related purposes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED