Patient Care Technician - Labor and Delivery

Overview

Job Title:

Patient Care Technician - Labor and Delivery - FT

Description:

Employment Status:
Full time. Shift: Night. Facility:
Carilion Medical Center, 1906 Belleview Ave SE, Roanoke. Requisition Number: R157256. Patient Care Technician - Labor and Delivery - FT (Open).

As part of the patient care team, you'll work in an environment with a commitment to your well-being and professional development. This is a great opportunity to start your health care career journey within a setting renowned for clinical excellence.

• Provide basic nursing care and perform advanced technical skills for specified age groups according to established standards. Assist patients with activities of daily living. Appropriately document and report patient observations to licensed staff.
• Transport patients, supplies, specimens, equipment, etc. within the facility.
• Contribute to Carilion Clinic s performance improvement activities. Actively participate in obtaining desired service line/departmental outcomes.
• Exhibit competent knowledge of EMR and assist with chart audits.
• Participate in unit quality surveillance activities.
• Actively participate in unit shared governance and/or organization councils/committees.
• May lead unit huddle; participate in IDRs (unit-based interdepartmental patient rounds).
• Provide support for department/unit staff scheduling, including covering lunch assignments.
• Review medical records for outstanding orders and notify nurse of stat orders and medication changes.
• Order department/unit supplies and equipment and stock/organize supplies.
• Assist with customer service in way-finding, answering phones, making meaningful connections with patients and visitors.
• Process equipment between patients as needed; clean unit-based equipment and gather supplies. Operate and maintain general office equipment. Follow procedures for timely equipment repairs.
• Lead streamlined admission, transfer, and discharge processes with the patient experience as the top priority; assist in coordinating patient flow using department/unit software.
• Welcome and assist patients and visitors; assist with registration. Serve as the "face" of the unit and model service-excellence behaviors.
• Demonstrate excellent telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills when answering phones and interacting with patients, visitors, physicians, and other health professionals. Receive and screen calls, route to appropriate individuals, and take messages accurately.
• Monitor cleanliness of waiting and break rooms; perform safety/environmental rounds with the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in the sitter process (if competencies appropriate).
• Assist with maintaining regulatory compliance (refrigerator, glucose meters, equipment storage, code cart checks as assigned, etc.).
• May be responsible for phlebotomy (competency appropriate).
• May conduct nonsterile wound care dressings (competency appropriate).
• May replace and remove saline locks (competency appropriate).
• May do colostomy bag changes (competency appropriate).

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Previous experience in direct patient care preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Certified Nursing Assistant preferred. If employed in a critical access facility, a CNA is required.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required within 6 months of hire.

Other

Minimum Qualifications:

Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills required. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for the position.

This job description is representative of major responsibilities and accountabilities. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks beyond those stated.

Recruiter: SARAH BOSWELL

Recruiter Email: srboswell

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing assistance with the online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at , 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Carilion offers a well-rounded benefits package and resources to support well-being. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to Virgin Pulse health and wellness app
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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