What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician-Pediatric Emergency Dept-Methodist position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.6
- Department: Ped Emergency Department- Meth
- Shift: 1p-1a, Weekend Package, Saturday and Sunday, 3 out of 4 weekends
- Job ID: 182303
Shift: 1p-1a, Weekend Package, Saturday and Sunday, 3 out of 4 weekends
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT will report and record observations and contribute to the efficient functionality of the department.
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- Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
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- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
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Responsibilities
- PCTs will perform patient care and treatments under supervision of a RN. Provides and documents care including, but not limited to, activities of daily living, mobility, specimen collection and respiratory support activities as directed by the RN.
- Possess the ability to lift, move, position and transport patients.
- Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.
- Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety, and customer service.
- Team members under the age of 18 may not independently operate mechanical lift equipment.
Education:
- Basic CNA Course or EMT-B Certification required
- Experience as a Patient Care Tech/CNA in a hospital setting
- Must be Eighteen (18) years of age or older
- Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
- Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.