JOB TITLE: Patient Care Technician

DEPARTMENT: INPT

REPORTS TO: INPT Lead

SUMMARY: Under the guidance of a registered nurse, a patient care assistant will care for and comfort individuals who are ill, undergoing surgery or disabled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs nursing assistant and clerical duties in collaboration with the Registered Nurse to assure safe and quality care of patients
• Perform basic administrative duties including printing, copying, and filing patient records.
• Assist in bathing, dressing, and feeding patients and perform other oral and personal care activities.
• Change bed linens and maintain patient room clean and safe.
• Shift patients in and out of wheelchairs as needed.
• Transfer and position patients when necessary.
• Monitor patient’s physical and behavioral changes and report any unusual situations to Supervisor.
• Record patient’s blood pressures, temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight on regular basis.
• Ensure safety and quality in patient services and maintain confidentiality of patient medical records.
• Assess patient’s health improvements and accordingly update medical records.

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Certification as a patient care assistant, nursing assistant, medical assistant, certified emergency medical technician, or paramedic.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current TB screen.
• Minimum of one year of experience in patient care.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Attentive to detail.
• Capable of multitasking in a high-paced setting.
• Demonstrates a focused and compassionate attitude.