Patient Care Tech - (Interventional) at Deborah Heart and Lung Center summary:
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides direct and non-direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or clinical leader. Responsibilities include technical tasks related to patient care, with a requirement for 1-3 years of relevant healthcare experience and specific certifications. The role involves working with adult populations and necessitates excellent interpersonal and communication skills, alongside basic computer proficiency.
Job Details
Description
Position Summary: Performs direct and non-direct patient care duties and technical tasks as assigned by and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse / Director of Critical Care Nursing/Clinical Team Leader. Specific duties may vary by assigned area.
Experience
- Required: 1-3 years experience as nursing assistant, EKG Technician, Phlebotomist and/or other related healthcare experience
- Preferred: 1-3 years experience as PCT
Education
- Required: High School Degree or equivalency: completion of Patient Care or Multi-skilled Tech certification program
License and Credentials
- Required: American Heart BLS Healthcare Provider
- Preferred: Nurse Aide certification, EKG certification and/or Phlebotomy certification
Skills
- Arrhythmia recognition program within 3 months of hire. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work well with others, conscientious, organized and reliable; computer skills for hospital information system; ability to read and write English.
Populations Served
- Adult: Early Adult (19-45); Middle Adult (46-59); Late Adult (60-79); Late, Late Adult (Over 80)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 48 hours per pay period / 7p- 7a Shift
Licenses & Certifications
Keywords:
patient care, healthcare, nursing assistant, PCT, EKG Technician, phlebotomist, BLS certification, medical support, clinical tasks, patient monitoring