Patient Care Technician Jobs in San Jose, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• If no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class OR successful completion of the first year of clinical work in a nursing program.
• Successful completion of basic information system training.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Nice To Haves

• Direct patient care experience is preferred but not required
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe, efficient, and organized patient care environment by following all safety protocols, adhering to hospital policies, reporting equipment malfunctions, and completing routine cleaning, stocking, and safety checks.
• Supports overall unit operations by assisting with call lights, phones, patient transport, meal distribution, and supply management.
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN, including activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, and monitoring patients.
• Performs routine clinical tasks such as vital signs, blood glucose checks, weights, intake and output tracking, and documents all care accurately in the medical record.
• Observes patient conditions, communicates changes promptly to the RN, and responds appropriately to emergent situations within scope.
• May assist with patient supervision, companionship, nourishments, and the safe application and monitoring of restraints per protocol.
• Communicates effectively with team members; fosters professional and respectful relationships and contributes to a collaborative work environment.
• Takes ownership of assignments, seeks assistance when needed, and participates in unit activities and continuous improvement efforts.
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth by seeking feedback, identifying learning needs, participating in self-review, and actively improving knowledge, skills, and performance while supporting departmental changes and initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Retirement Options
• Pension Plan
• Tuition Assistance