Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician, Part Time Evenings, 32 Hours, Med/Surg
About The Position
Day Kimball Health is hiring a part-time Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician for the Med/Surg Department in Putnam, Connecticut. The position is an evening shift for 32 hours. The role performs unit clerical duties and facilitates clear communication to support the smooth functioning of the unit. Under the direction of a nurse, the Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician assists with front-desk patient management, administrative support, basic patient care, activities of daily living, and patient transportation. The role includes patient monitoring and assisting nurses with patient care as directed. Day Kimball Health describes its workplace as supportive and inclusive, with a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect. The organization is a nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut and reports more than 1,100 employees, including more than 300 physicians, surgeons, and specialists. It emphasizes opportunities for personal and professional development and meaningful community impact.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Upon hire, one of the following is required: current CNA certification; completion of one year of clinical experience in an accredited RN nursing program; EMT-B; or equivalent documented and verified years of acute-care hospital experience as a CNA.
- Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent required within three months of hire.
- Current NVCIT (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training) certification or completion within three months of hire.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position and cope with and function under stress.
- Must meet skill certification requirements for designated units.
Nice To Haves
- Medical terminology and keyboarding skills.
- Experience in a clerical or receptionist position.
- Previous experience in an acute-care environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform clerical duties for the unit and facilitate clear communication to support unit operations.
- Perform front-desk patient management and provide administrative support.
- Assist with basic patient care needs, including bathing, feeding, vital signs, activities of daily living, and patient transportation, under the direction of a nurse.
- Remain alert and maintain visual contact with the patient at all times.
- Assist the patient with daily activities as directed by the nurse.
- Assist the nurse with restraining patients and removing restraints.
- Complete forms, requisitions, communications, and special projects as assigned.
- Accurately transcribe physician’s orders when applicable.
- Assist patients and nurses as necessary with activities of daily living, vital signs, and the patient plan of care.
- Meet the physical demands of the position and cope with and function under stress.
- Meet skill certification requirements for designated units.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Pharmacy plan
- Basic and supplemental life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Health savings account or flexible spending account
- Accident and critical illness coverage
- 401(k) plan with eligible employer contribution
- Vacation time
- Sick days
- Paid holidays
- Education reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Additional benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
