What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Tech position at Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services?
Patient Care Technician - Early Mobility - FLEX
Role And Responsibilities
As a vital member of the patient care team, you will provide basic nursing and technical services, including vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, patient transport, and documentation. You will support patient safety, comfort, and cleanliness, participate in quality improvement activities, and assist with departmental operations such as supplies, equipment, and patient flow. Your role involves effective communication, customer service, and maintaining regulatory compliance. You may perform tasks like phlebotomy, wound care, saline lock management, and colostomy care, depending on competency. You will support multiple units, ensuring confidentiality and delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications And Skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and prioritization skills; ability to work collaboratively; knowledge of electronic medical records; adaptability to diverse patient needs; and adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines. Physical stamina and the ability to handle infectious materials and potentially combative patients are essential.
Key Duties
Role And Responsibilities
As a vital member of the patient care team, you will provide basic nursing and technical services, including vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, patient transport, and documentation. You will support patient safety, comfort, and cleanliness, participate in quality improvement activities, and assist with departmental operations such as supplies, equipment, and patient flow. Your role involves effective communication, customer service, and maintaining regulatory compliance. You may perform tasks like phlebotomy, wound care, saline lock management, and colostomy care, depending on competency. You will support multiple units, ensuring confidentiality and delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications And Skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and prioritization skills; ability to work collaboratively; knowledge of electronic medical records; adaptability to diverse patient needs; and adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines. Physical stamina and the ability to handle infectious materials and potentially combative patients are essential.
Key Duties
- Assist with patient care activities and basic nursing tasks
- Transport patients, supplies, and specimens
- Document observations and communicate with licensed staff
- Participate in quality and safety initiatives
- Support unit operations, including supplies and equipment management
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a welcoming environment
- Perform or support specialized procedures (competency-dependent)
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with regulations
- Contribute to patient flow and department goals