What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Tech (Part-Time) position at Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center?
JOB TITLE: Patient Care Technician (Part-Time)
Salary Wage: $16.00- $24.00
Schedule: This part-time position consists of 20 hours per week, Monday-Thursday. Start and end times offer some flexibility, typically between 7am and 3pm.
General Summary Of Duties
The Patient Care Technician (PCT), under the supervision of a registered nurse, performs a variety of routine and delegated patient care services. These duties may include both direct and indirect care, based on the PCT's skill set, training, and the specific needs of the department. The PCT plays an integral role in supporting the patient care team and assisting in a fast-paced perioperative ambulatory surgical center.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with patient care by performing tasks such as vital sign monitoring, rooming patients, and assisting with patient admissions. Collect patient specimens. Assist patients with mobility, including guiding them to the bathroom and helping get them to their vehicle. Ensure patient and family members comfort. Maintain a clean and well-organized environment to ensure a safe and comfortable atmosphere for patients. Facilitate patient flow within the center and assist with any required documentation or data collection. Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare staff to ensure coordinated care.
Skills & Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment, in the perioperative department. Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care. Ability to work well under the supervision of a registered nurse and as part of a healthcare team. Prior experience of training in patient care, vital signs, or other healthcare support roles is preferred. Recognizes and completes unit and patient care needs with minimal direct supervision.
Requirements
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Salary Wage: $16.00- $24.00
Schedule: This part-time position consists of 20 hours per week, Monday-Thursday. Start and end times offer some flexibility, typically between 7am and 3pm.
General Summary Of Duties
The Patient Care Technician (PCT), under the supervision of a registered nurse, performs a variety of routine and delegated patient care services. These duties may include both direct and indirect care, based on the PCT's skill set, training, and the specific needs of the department. The PCT plays an integral role in supporting the patient care team and assisting in a fast-paced perioperative ambulatory surgical center.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with patient care by performing tasks such as vital sign monitoring, rooming patients, and assisting with patient admissions. Collect patient specimens. Assist patients with mobility, including guiding them to the bathroom and helping get them to their vehicle. Ensure patient and family members comfort. Maintain a clean and well-organized environment to ensure a safe and comfortable atmosphere for patients. Facilitate patient flow within the center and assist with any required documentation or data collection. Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare staff to ensure coordinated care.
Skills & Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment, in the perioperative department. Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care. Ability to work well under the supervision of a registered nurse and as part of a healthcare team. Prior experience of training in patient care, vital signs, or other healthcare support roles is preferred. Recognizes and completes unit and patient care needs with minimal direct supervision.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Patient Care Tech program preferred
- At least one year prior related experience in assisting with care of patients
- Current American Heart Assn.
- BLS certificate Required.
- PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- And more!
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Salary : $16 - $24