Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician, Part Time Days, 24 Hours, Emergency

Day Kimball Healthcare • Putnam, CT

1d • $19 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician performs clerical duties for the unit and facilitates clear communication to support its smooth operation. Under the direction of a nurse, the role assists with front-desk patient management, administrative support, basic patient care, and patient transportation. Care activities may include bathing, feeding, vital signs, activities of daily living, and other tasks in the patient’s plan of care. The position is in the Emergency Department in Putnam, Connecticut, on a part-time day shift for 24 hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Upon hire, a current CNA certification, completion of one year of clinical experience in an accredited RN nursing program, EMT-B certification, or 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 obtain it 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 and facilitate clear communication to support unit operations.
• Provide front-desk patient management and administrative support.
• Assist with basic patient care, including bathing, feeding, vital signs, activities of daily living, and transportation, as directed by a nurse.
• Meet the physical demands of the position and function under stress.
• Meet skill certification requirements for designated units.
• 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 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 match.
• Vacation time.
• Sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• Education reimbursement.
• Additional benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED