Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician, Part-Time Evenings, 24 Hours, Med/Surg
About The Position
Day Kimball Health is hiring a Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician for the Med/Surg Department in Putnam, Connecticut. This part-time evening position is scheduled for 24 hours. Under the direction of a nurse, the UR/PCT performs unit clerical duties and supports clear communication and smooth unit operations. The role includes front-desk patient management, administrative support, and basic patient care, such as bathing, feeding, taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and transporting patients. 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 over 300 physicians, surgeons, and specialists. It emphasizes community-driven care and personal and professional development.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Upon hire, hold a current CNA certification, have completed one year of clinical experience in an accredited RN nursing program, hold EMT-B certification, or have equivalent documented and verified years of acute-care hospital experience as a CNA.
- Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within three months of hire.
- Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCIT) certification or completion within three months of hire.
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 its smooth functioning.
- Provide front-desk patient management and administrative support.
- Assist with basic patient care, including bathing, feeding, vital signs, activities of daily living, and patient transportation, under nurse direction.
- Meet the physical demands of the position and cope with and function under stress.
- Meet skill certification requirements for designated units.
- Remain alert and maintain visual contact with the patient at all times.
- Assist patients with daily activities as directed by the nurse.
- Assist the nurse with restraining patients and removing restraints.
- Complete required forms, requisitions, communications, and assigned special projects.
- Accurately transcribe physician orders when applicable.
- Assist patients and nurses as necessary with activities of daily living, vital signs, and the patient plan of care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Pharmacy plan
- Basic and supplemental life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid leave
- HSA or FSA accounts
- Accident and critical illness coverage
- 401(k) plan with matching
- Vacation time
- Sick days
- Paid holidays
- Education reimbursement
- Additional benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
